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Statement on the BNSF Accident Near Galena, Illinois

Document Series:
Press Releases
Press Release Number
FRA 03-15
Contact Name
Kevin Thompson
Contact Phone Number
202-366-1299
Subject:
Accident Investigations
Keywords:
accident; derailment; galena; illinois; bnsf

According to an FRA spokesperson:

“The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is aware of the crude oil train derailment this afternoon near Galena, Illinois. The derailed train is on fire. We have a team of investigators en route to the scene. Once the scene is contained and secured, we will be conducting a thorough investigation to determine the probable cause of the derailment.” 

On background only:  We will keep interested reporters updated with periodic email messages.  Please contact Kevin Thompson at kevin.thompson@dot.gov  or Michael England at Michael.England@dot.gov.


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