Train Carrying Hazardous Materials Derails in Arizona: Reports

A train carrying hazardous materials derails in northwestern Arizona

The accident occurred Wednesday night north of Lake Havasu City, Arizona, near the California border. It is estimated that eight wagons derailed and blocked the main road

Freight train carrying hazardous material derails in Arizona

The train derailed near the town of Topock, Anita Mortensen, a spokeswoman for the Mohave County Sheriff’s Office said, adding she was not aware of any spills.

Train carrying corn syrup derails in Arizona

A train carrying corn syrup derailed in Mohave County, Arizona, on Wednesday, March 15. The train was initially reported to be carrying hazardous material. Mohave Valley Daily News reported that the train was carrying “hazardous material,” citing Anita Mortenson, the Mohave County Sheriff’s Office public information officer. The Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railway later […]

BNSF: Arizona Train Derailment Feared to Involve Hazardous Materials Was Carrying Corn Syrup

A freight train that derailed in western Arizona on Wednesday and was initially believed to be carrying hazardous ...

Train hauling corn syrup derails near Nevada border in Arizona

The cause of the derailment of approximately eight cars is under investigation, railway spokesperson Lena Kent said.

Train derailment near Arizona-California border did not involve hazardous materials, railroad says

A train that derailed in western AZ was carrying corn syrup, the railroad said, after officials said it may have been carrying hazardous materials.