A freight train derailed in South Deering on Friday, sending four tanker cars crashing to the ground near 99th Street and Marquette Avenue. The Chicago Fire Department responded quickly to the scene, with no reports of leaks from the tankers.
According to preliminary information, emergency crews were able to contain the situation without any major spills or hazards. The contents of the tankers remain unknown at this time, but firefighters worked diligently to secure the area.
Eyewitnesses captured dramatic footage and photos of the derailment, which showed some tanker cars lying on their sides. Despite the scene's severity, emergency crews kept operations unaffected by the Metra and Amtrak rail agencies, ensuring passenger services remained uninterrupted.
According to preliminary information, emergency crews were able to contain the situation without any major spills or hazards. The contents of the tankers remain unknown at this time, but firefighters worked diligently to secure the area.
Eyewitnesses captured dramatic footage and photos of the derailment, which showed some tanker cars lying on their sides. Despite the scene's severity, emergency crews kept operations unaffected by the Metra and Amtrak rail agencies, ensuring passenger services remained uninterrupted.