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Freight train derails in Fairfax County

The 5600 block of Industrial Road was closed in both directions in Springfield because of the derailment, officials say. It has reopened.

SPRINGFIELD, Va. — A freight train has derailed in Fairfax County, officials said Wednesday afternoon.

Fairfax County police tweeted about the derailment around 12:30 p.m.

Authorities said the 5600 block of Industrial Road was closed in both directions in Springfield due to a freight-train derailment, but has since reopened. 

No injuries or hazards reported.

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