Train Derails near Rock River in Janesville, WI
A train derailment near the Rock River in Janesville, WI has prompted authorities to urge residents to avoid the affected area. The Janesville Police Department issued an alert around 4 p.m., advising people to stay away from the stretch of W. Centerway from N. River Street to W. Court Street. While the rail company is already working to clear the scene, the exact cause of the derailment is still being investigated.
Thankfully, there were no reported injuries resulting from the incident. The City of Janesville has reassured the public that the train cars, which were carrying crops, pose no risk to the community’s safety. In fact, the situation has been deemed non-threatening.
An update by the police department just before 4:30 p.m. confirmed that the Five Points intersection was now clear. However, caution is still advised at the junction of N. Franklin and W. Centerway.
Regarding the rail company involved, the Janesville Police Department did not disclose its name, and there is no suspicion of any suspicious activity contributing to the derailment. The rail company is currently focusing on determining the cause of the incident.
In summary, a train derailment near the Rock River in Janesville, WI has prompted authorities to advise residents to avoid the affected area. The train cars were carrying crops and pose no risk to the public. While the exact cause of the derailment is under investigation, there is no suspicion of foul play. Thankfully, no injuries were reported as a result of the incident. Authorities continue to work on clearing the scene and ensuring the safety of the surrounding area.
