CSX train derails in Northeast DC, possible hazardous leak
WASHINGTON (AP) — A CSX freight train has derailed in Washington, D.C., leaving several cars overturned and a possible hazardous leak.
Fire officials tell WTOP-TV (http://bit.ly/1W0ldIF) that several cars overturned near the Rhode Island Avenue Metro station about 7 a.m. Sunday, and emergency responders were working to contain a leak. Officials say they do not know what substance is leaking.
Rhode Island Avenue was closed in both directions from 4th to 10th streets in Northeast.
The Red Line's Rhode Island Station also is closed. Metro said it would establish bus shuttle service between the NoMa and Brookland stations.