Three tanker cars loaded with fuel burst into flames after a collision with a train at a level crossing on FM 2095 about six miles outside of Cameron, Texas, local media reported.
The accident has prompted the evacuation of businesses and residents in the area, KMIL Radio said, citing Cameron police Chief Lonnie Gosch. He added that the tanker cars would likely be left to burn out.
Videos from the scene of the accident have emerged online.
HAPPENING NOW: Explosion and massive fire after a train collided with an 18-wheeler outside Cameron, Texas. Homes and businesses are being evacuated. pic.twitter.com/OxjR6cJwlh
— Insider Paper (@TheInsiderPaper) February 23, 2021
Apparently an 18 wheeler and a train collided in Cameron, Texas this morning. Massive explosion, but reports are no one was hurt. https://t.co/zEnuzmoxkk https://t.co/GVsisOQVmd
— Mose Buchele (@MoseBuchele) February 23, 2021
No injuries have been reported so far. According to initial information, all drivers involved survived the crash.
