Train derailment near Feasterville PA has hazmat teams responding after multiple freight cars derailed in Bensalem Township with a shelter in place order now active across parts of Bucks County Pennsylvania.
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A freight train derailed around 2pm today between Street Road and the Neshaminy Falls Train Station in Bensalem. Reports indicate 5 to 10 cars came off the tracks. Bensalem police fire ems and hazmat crews are on scene right now assessing the situation.
Officials have issued a shelter in place order for residents in the immediate area. People are being told to stay indoors close windows and doors turn off ac and heat and avoid the scene while crews figure out what the train was carrying. No injuries have been reported at this time.
This is a developing story in Bucks County just outside Philadelphia. The contents of the derailed cars are still unknown and hazmat teams are working to determine if there is any risk. All trains in the area have been stopped and there are impacts to nearby rail service including the SEPTA West Trenton Line.
If you live in Bensalem Feasterville Trevose or anywhere in lower Bucks County stay tuned for official updates from local police and emergency management. We are monitoring this closely and will bring you the latest as more information comes in from the scene.
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