PERRY COUNTY, Pa. — A Norfolk Southern train derailed Thursday afternoon in Perry County, overturning several empty cars, a company spokesperson confirmed.
The incident occurred around 2 p.m. along S. State Road in Marysville, according to emergency dispatch.
The Norfolk Southern spokesperson confirmed that there were no injuries. The derailment overturned five to seven cars, all of which were empty, the spokesperson told FOX43.
The railroad is currently blocked, but the spokesperson said the scene should be cleared soon.
The derailment has closed Roberts Valley Road in Susquehanna Township, police there said. Everyone except local residents are asked to avoid this area if at all possible. It is unknown when the road will reopen.
The cause of the derailment is still under investigation, the spokesperson said.
FOX43 will have more information as it becomes available.
