A freight train derailment in rural Maine caused by a beaver dam resulted in a spill of hundreds of gallons of fuel and a forest fire, leading to the hospitalization of three workers. The incident occurred in April 2023 in Somerset County, with Canadian Pacific Kansas City overseeing cleanup and repair efforts. Excessive water flow through the beaver dam washed out part of the track, according to state officials. Three railway workers were treated and released after the derailment, which also led to the burning of locomotives and lumber cars. Restoration efforts at the site were completed by late 2024. The incident serves as a reminder of the potential risks associated with environmental factors and infrastructure maintenance in remote areas. The Maine Land Use Planning Commission and Canadian Pacific Kansas City worked together to address the aftermath of the derailment and prevent future incidents. The incident underscores the importance of proactive measures to prevent similar accidents in the future. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as authorities investigate the root cause of the derailment.
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