SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Emergency crews responded Thursday morning after a CSX freight train derailed in South Charleston, prompting a temporary shutdown of the affected rail line.
According to Kanawha County dispatchers, the derailment occurred shortly before 10 a.m. beneath the Central Avenue Bridge along First Avenue.
Officials said the CSX train was transporting grain when 12 rail cars left the tracks.
South Charleston Fire Chief Virgil White said no injuries have been reported.
Authorities also said the derailment is not expected to impact nearby city streets, although the railroad tracks will remain closed while crews work to clear the scene and begin recovery operations.
The cause of the derailment has not been released.
Officials continue to investigate the incident, and additional information is expected as the response progresses.
