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Port Huron City Manager James Freed reported on Friday that his office received news of a train derailment within the international train tunnel. CN crews responded to the incident where approximately 30 cars had become derailed in various positions, and at least one car was carrying dangerous goods. After further investigation by EBW.TV officials have confirmed 40+ cars were involved and car carrying sulfuric acid did spill some of it’s cargo. CN has deployed its team of dangerous goods experts, as well as third party contractors to assist in the clean-up efforts. It’s an ongoing process and city officials tell us that there is no danger to the public, air quality, or waterways. City officials advised residents to avoid the area while officials in Sarnia and Port Huron worked closely together to mitigate any further damage. Homeland Security, Emergency Management and regional stakeholders were briefed. The Port Huron Fire Department was in command on the U.S. side of the tunnel and collaborated with CN and the municipalities of Sarnia and St. Clair Counties. The cause of the derailment is still under investigation. No injuries were reported.
