Czech Republic. Firefighters extinguish the fire that occurs after the train derails
The train transporting benzene derailed and lit up in the Czech town of Vstopeche, near Bruna and Olopuk. The dangerous material left the tank, fire broke out, and clouds of thick smoke rose above the area. More firefighters will come to the location.
According to Olomouc firefighters, residents received text messages in an alert to prevent threats related to burning chemicals from passing through and opening windows until they leave.
For now, there is no reason the train has fallen off the tracks. There is no information about whether anyone was injured in a railway accident. According to the Czech Railway, the accident has caused serious difficulties in passenger traffic and recommends using alternative routes via Ostrava.
“As the freight train derailed on Morava’s Fulanis line, there was a break in Hornilidech (…) traffic. The dispatcher is working to ensure the transport of exchange buses,” Carrier said.
Czech Republic. Railway disasters and dangerous fires. Toxic substances are burning
Firefighters then inform that the fire has already covered the locomotives and several train wagons. “There are special units from three areas and about 50 pieces of equipment on the premises,” the firefighters said. Experts from the Chemistry Institute were also sent there.
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The uniform informed that helicopters would also be taking part in the action. “Air rescuers from Brno city have been sent a police helicopter to assist units in the Oromouk area.”
This action will undoubtedly prevent it from extending outside of dangerous substances with toxic and carcinogenic properties. Benzene is a toxic chemical used in the industry. We provide services in particular of our production of plastics, synthetic fibers, dyes and pesticides.
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