Derailment in LeClaire, IA leads to evacuation on 1/3/20.

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Derailment in LeClaire, IA leads to evacuation on 1/3/20.

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At least a rail cars from a Canadian Pacific train were derailed in LeClaire, IA yesterday, forcing the closure of US Hwy 67. Hazmat crews were called to the scene. No injuries were reported.
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Re: Derailment in LeClaire, IA leads to evacuation on 1/3/2

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At least access for heavy equipment won't be an issue for that particular job, according to the photo.

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Re: Derailment in LeClaire, IA leads to evacuation on 1/3/2

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According to Google Maps that is the Buffalo Bill Museum.
Trails to Rails. Put the track back.

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