CSX freight train partially derails in South Philadelphia, knocking down utility pole

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
CSX freight train partially derails in South Philadelphia
A train partially derailed in South Philadelphia early Thursday morning.

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A train partially derailed in South Philadelphia early Thursday morning.

It happened around midnight in the 3300 block of South Delaware Ave., near the Packer Ave. Marine Terminal.

Officials say approximately five to six box cars from a CSX freight train left the tracks, which caused a utility pole and wires to be knocked over.

Chopper 6 was overhead, where you could see the derailment.

Chopper 6 over partial train derailment in South Philadelphia

Fortunately, no hazardous materials were found in the box cars.

There are no reported injuries at this time.