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Emergency crews are responding to a freight train derailment in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, officials said Tuesday afternoon.
Bensalem Police, Fire, EMS and hazmat teams were called to the area between Street Road and Neshaminy Falls Train Station after reports that 5 to 10 freight cars had derailed, according to the Bensalem Township Police Department.
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Officials said they are working to determine what the train cars were carrying. (WTXF)
Officials said they are working to determine what the train cars were carrying.
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"Residents in the area are urged to stay away and shelter in place until we have an update," the Bensalem Township Police Department said.
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