Train Derailment in Columbia
No injuries have been reported in a train derailment in Columbia, despite significant road closures and the evacuation of a school.
A train derailment occurred in Columbia, resulting in major road closures and the precautionary evacuation of Columbia Academy's campus. According to the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency, the derailed train cars were empty.
- Columbia Academy's campus was evacuated as a precaution, with buses departing at 1:00 p.m.
- All after-school events have been canceled.
- The Columbia Police Department has closed several roads, and the Tennessee Department of Transportation is performing emergency utility work on State Route 243 Northbound in Maury County.
No injuries have been reported.
Author's summary: Train derailment in Columbia causes road closures and school evacuation.