Fire crews are currently battling a blaze 10 miles Southeast of Carrington, North Dakota, following a train derailment that resulted in multiple car fires. The fire began around 3:45 a.m. on Friday, July 5th and is still currently active. The Carrington Fire Department has reported that while the locomotive is not on fire, cars at the scene are still ablaze.
Scanner traffic has indicated the possible presence of a hazmat team at the scene as well. The situation is still developing, and authorities are working to contain the fire and assess any potential hazards.
Valley News Live will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. The cause of the derailment and subsequent fire is currently unknown, and it is unclear if there have been any injuries as a result of the incident.
As the situation unfolds, residents are urged to stay away from the area and follow any instructions from local authorities. The safety of both the responders and the public is of utmost importance as efforts continue to extinguish the flames and address any potential risks.
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