(The Ohio News Network posted the following article on its website on September 20.)
TOLEDO, Ohio — A train derailment in South Toledo has forced dozens of residents out of their homes.
Officials say it the accident happened around midnight Tuesday morning.
Authorities tell ONN affiliate WNWO, three to eight cars derailed and then overturned.
They say at least one car was carrying liquid petroleum; a hazardous chemical. So far, there are no reports of any leakage or injury.
Residents were taken by TARTA bus to Libbey High School for precautionary measures.
Crews are expected to continue working until noon, so residents may be withheld from their homes until then.
Officers are stressing that children should not use the sidewalks in the accident area on their way to school.