BLAIR COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Emergency officials in Blair County have confirmed that crews responded to a reported train derailment in Altoona on Friday afternoon.
Authorities with Norfolk Southern say the derailment was reported near 31st Street, around 1:20 p.m., and that the train was traveling at a ‘low-speed.’
Company officials say an initial investigation on-scene has determined that at least 11 train cars derailed, with no injuries, leaks or spills reported.
Norfolk Southern says it is working with city and county officials on cleanup efforts, and the public is advised to avoid the area until the derailment is cleared.
Additionally, Amtrak has also confirmed that the derailment is impacting its services.
According to an Amtrak spokesperson, service between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg has been greatly impacted, as Train 43 will now end in Harrisburg for the day.
Amtrak says Train 42 will then depart from Harrisburg on Saturday.
The spokesperson adds that Amtrak is working to coordinate alternate transportation for affected customers.
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