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BNSF Perry Derailment

 
Site Contact:
Jhana Enders
OSC

(enders.jhana@epa.gov)

Site Location:
Perry, OK 73077
 response.epa.gov/BNSF-TrainDerailmentPerryOK
NRC#: 964561

The NRC reported a 13-car derailment by BNSF in Perry, Oklahoma, NRC#964561. The 13 railcars listed on the NRC report include sodium dichromate, lube oil and fertilizer. Two of the railcars released approximately 50,000 gallons of liquid fertilizer onto the ground. At this time, the other railcars have been reported with no breach. OSC Enders and an EPA Team have been mobilized to the scene to assess site conditions and coordinate with the BNSF and local/state agencies regarding cleanup actions.