WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ga. — Crews have a big cleanup on their hands after a train went off the rails and spilled dozens of cars onto the roadway.
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office said that the Norfolk Southern train derailed around 1 a.m. Monday in downtown Oconee, which is about 50 miles east of Macon. Approximately 32 cars have spilled onto Central Drive.
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Central Drive is completely blocked until crews can clear the area.
Authorities are asking people to use caution while traveling in this area.
There were no reports of injuries.