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Houston-area crash between truck, Union Pacific train kills driver, derails 20-plus rail cars

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Posted on February 13, 2023 · The cargo on the train included some hazardous materials, prompting Union Pacific to monitor air quality at the site of the crash, according to the Splendora Police Department.

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