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CHICAGO (CBS) — Evacuations are underway after a freight train derailed in Matteson, Illinois on Thursday morning, as crews work to determine if hazardous materials have leaked from the train.
According to Matteson police, 20 railcars of a Canadian National train derailed around 10:30 a.m.
The Village of Matteson confirmed nearby residents are under a mandatory evacuation order. The order includes the following areas:
According to Matteson police, 20 railcars of a Canadian National train derailed around 10:30 a.m.
The Village of Matteson confirmed nearby residents are under a mandatory evacuation order. The order includes the following areas:
- Main Street from the tracks south to Sauk Trail
- 218th Street and 218th Place
- Charles Street
Evacuation order lifted after freight train derails in Matteson, Illinois
All potentially hazardous materials were contained.
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