2 injured as grain cars, locomotives derail in train crash in Chico, authorities say
Two people were injured on Sunday when a train in motion struck a stationary train in Wise County, authorities said.
About 15 grain cars and three locomotives derailed in the crash about 7 p.m. near County Road 1540 in Chico, according to the Wise County Office of Emergency Management.
A southbound Union Pacific train struck an unoccupied train parked in a siding, an area that is similar to a passing lane on a street.
One of the injured people was taken in a helicopter to a hospital. The other was taken in an ambulance to a hospital.
No hazardous materials were involved, according to the emergency management office.
The cause of the crash is under investigation. The National Transportation Safety Board said it is sending a team to conduct a safety investigation
This story was originally published April 17, 2023 at 11:17 AM.
