Freight train derails in North Bergen, spills flammable chemical near Route 3 Officials say hazmat crews contained leak of ethyl acetate and no injuries were reported North Bergen, NJ — A freight train derailment in North Bergen spilled a flammable chemical and forced road closures near a major highway,

The derailment has caused significant traffic disruptions. Route 3 is closed in both directions near Tonnelle Avenue, while Tonnelle Avenue itself remains open in both directions, authorities said.

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A vehicle was struck by a train at a Clinton railroad crossing Tuesday morning, closing Sterling Street for about two hours.

An early-morning fire in a freight rail car near Mission Road in Boyle Heights on Tuesday sent a column of smoke over the neighborhood and drew a multi-unit response from Los Angeles firefighters. Crews arrived quickly, the department issued an alert for nearby residents and commuters, and officials did not immediately report any injuries.