At least 20 train cars derail after smashing into semi stuck on tracks

On June 17, 2020 a Norfolk Southern train crashed into a semi tractor trailer in downtown Duluth, Georgia, when it became stuck on the railroad tracks.

The incident happened around 9:25 a.m off Buford Highway just North of Pleasant Hill Road.

Authorities say that the wreck caused 20 to 23 cars to derail off the tracks. This included 3 locomotives and 2 hazmat cars. No hazmat material leaked.

Watch the videos below to see the aftermath of the wreck.

TRAIN DERAILMENT | Officers and firefighters are out working this train derailment off Buford Hwy just North of Pleasant Hill Rd. Major traffic delays. Please use alternate routes. No injuries reported. pic.twitter.com/5ajQ5Oau9a

— Duluth Police Dept (@DuluthGAPolice) June 17, 2020

Firefighters are at the 3600 block of Buford Hwy in Duluth at a train derailment. Multiple cars are derailed with minor injuries being reported. pic.twitter.com/NK53aikrfT

— Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services (@GwinnettFire) June 17, 2020

Two conductors of the train and the semi truck driver were transported to the hospital with minor injuries.

Crews reopened Buford Highway around 12 p.m.

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