Train Carrying Tens of Thousands of Gallons of Propane Derails – Emergency Response Activated

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A train that included two tankers carrying propane derailed Tuesday near Sarasota, Florida, causing a scare that brought out hazmat crews to the scene.

There were no injuries.

However, authorities are left planning the fastest cleanup operation, WTVT-TV in Tampa reported.

The incident occurred in the morning in Manatee County, just north of Sarasota on Florida’s gulf coast.

Only one of the tankers, which carried 30,000 gallons of propane, overturned in the derailment, according to WTVT.

By noon, no leaks had been reported but officials were monitoring the scene, which is just north of Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.

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