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Train Derailment
Train derailed on College and Encanto in Tempe
Union Pacific
UP 6481 leads a string of auto racks through the cornfields of Midland, Kansas.
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Tempe Fire is reporting a train derailment near College Avenue and Encanto Drive.
The area is expected to be closed until approximately 8 p.m. due to the incident.
Drivers are asked to find an alternate route during this time.
Tempe Fire says there is no danger to the public and no evacuations are needed.
Crews worked with Union Pacific and hazardous materials teams to assess the situation. There are no hazardous materials involved, the train cars were empty and there have been no reported injuries.
Union Pacific will handle repairs and provide any additional updates.
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