Emergency Crews Respond To Deadly Train Derailment Near Houston

Emergency crews have responded to a deadly train derailment near Houston, Texas. The incident involved 16 rail cars carrying hazardous materials, derailed and crashed. The Splendora Police Department has released a statement saying that Union Pacific is closely monitoring air quality at the site of the crash. The cause of the derailment is still unknown, but police believe it was the result of a mechanical failure. The incident has resulted in significant delays for local commuters, with no available service between Houston and Splendora. Investigations into the crash are ongoing, and officials are encouraging locals to stay away from the derailment site.