News Report: Ohio Train Derailment

On February 3, 2023, a freight train derailed near the village of East Palestine, Ohio, which has a
population of about 5,000 people. The incident occurred about 50 miles northwest of Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania, in the United States. The cause of the derailment was apparently a mechanical issue with
one of the train's axles.

The 150-car train was transporting 20 cars that contained hazardous substances, including vinyl chloride.
Officials burned off the chemicals to prevent an explosion, causing concern about the environmental and
health impacts from the incident.

State and federal environmental officials have been involved in responding to the incident and monitoring
air and water quality. As of February 19, there are no indications that the air or the village’s municipal
drinking water is unsafe. However, people who get their water from private wells have been advised to
use bottled water.

The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the cause of the derailment, and there have
been no reported deaths from the incident. Officials are continuing to monitor the situation to ensure the
safety of the community and the environment.