DEKALB COUNTY, Ala. – A Norfolk Southern (NS) train has derailed in a rural section of DeKalb County near Battelle, according to NS and DeKalb EMA officials.
Officials stated four sand train wagons derailed near the Alabama/Georgia state line. They stated that no hazardous items were involved and that there is no danger to life.
EMA and NS personnel are on the scene of the incident to assess the situation.
News 19 is gathering further information and will update this story as it becomes available.
This is a developing story.
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