Train derailment in East Austin

Train derailment near Sixth Street in East Austin; traffic blocked, CapMetro rail affected
Seven railroad cars derailed in East Austin at 3:44 a.m. Tuesday, near East Sixth Street and Robert T. Martinez Jr. Street.
Train derailment in East Austin nearly misses apartment complex
The freight train derailment also derailed morning commutes on Metro Rail, in and out of downtown Austin. CapMetro bridged the gap with buses connecting commuters and Red Line trains at the MLK Station. CapMetro will resume normal services starting Wednesday, Oct. 23.
East Austin Struck by Power Outage as Train Derailment Downs Utility Pole
A train derailment in East Austin led to a power outage affecting 250 customers, with the incident impacting nearby resident safety and transportation services. No injuries were reported.
Train derailment in East Austin causes CapMetro and traffic disruptions
The Austin Fire Department said no one was injured and no hazardous materials are involved when seven train cars derailed early Tuesday morning. Officials expect the area to be cleared by 5 p.m.
Train derailment in East Austin
A train that has a length of 90 cars has derailed near East 6th Street and Robert T. Martinez Jr. St. 7 cars have turned over with two of those containing gravel.
Train derailment in East Austin; CapMetro rail service disrupted
A train with a length of 90 cars derailed near East 6th Street and Robert T. Martinez Jr. St. on Tuesday, Oct. 22. Seven cars have turned over with two of those containing gravel and the other five are empty.
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