Ohio train derailment prompts evacuations

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Source: CNN

(CNN) -- A train carrying thousands of gallons of ethanol derailed Sunday in northwestern Ohio, forcing nearby evacuations, emergency management officials said.

Video from the scene showed a massive blaze ignited by the incident near the town of Arcadia, though there were no immediate reports of injuries, according to Washington Township Fire Department spokesman Jim Breyman.

Read more: http://www.cnn.com/2011/US/02/06/ohio.train.derailment.evacuations/index.html

[Jumping John]

1. Probably due to the failing infrastructure that could be providing jobs to people if

the government chose to address the matter.

[jmowreader]

2. Not necessarily...

Train derailments are not uncommon, even on well-maintained lines.

[Demeter]

4. Especially in real bad weather, which we have been having this week

[elleng]

3. Railroads maintain their rights-of-way.

[liberal N proud]

5. Could have been icy rails or snow blown across the track

Most railways are well maintained with ties and tracks replaced regularly