Barrel falls from train spilling unknown liquid on street, Ashland VA
Other Non-Crime EventA five-gallon barrel fell from a train at the intersection near South Center Street and West Francis Street, spilling an unknown liquid. Emergency services and law enforcement responded and are blocking traffic while contacting the train company for more information.
Audio|Source: Hanover County Fire / EMS
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Transcript:
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Fox 97-2, engine 401,
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unknown fuel leak,
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South Center Street, West Francis Street,
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intersection of South Center Street, West Francis Street.
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Tack on dispatch,
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time of dispatch is 1359.
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Engine 401 on dispatch routes route to the intersection of South Center Street and West Francis Street by the railroad track.
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A caller advised that a five-gallon barrel fell off a train that was passing through, has dumped an unknown liquid at this area.
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We are currently trying to contact CSX as well.
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We have law enforcement en route to block traffic.
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But they did advise multiple vehicles have already driven through.
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The timer dispatch is 14.01.
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Engine 401, just to give you an update, we have made contact with CSX.
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They are currently trying to get in touch with the train driver.
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They will call us back with more information.
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Good office.
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Location mentioned:
W Francis St & S Center St, Ashland, VA 23005
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