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August 6, 2013

Derailed Train Spills Toxic Materials in Louisiana 
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Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal has declared a state of emergency after a
train derailed and spilled hazardous materials near Lawtell, a community
west of Baton Rouge. Roughly 100 homes remain evacuated following the
derailment Sunday. Damaged cars have been leaking materials including
sodium hydroxide, which can be fatal if touched or inhaled.

 

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