Derailment in Kingston points to risks in crude oil transport – yet again

Today’s freight train derailment in Kingston underscores the point: A new “virtual pipeline” is carrying crude oil straight through the Hudson Valley and bringing with it a whole new level of risk to our safety and our environment.

We’ve had enough warnings already. Take action and demand a meaningful review of the impacts. #NotOnMyWatch

The train that derailed in Kingston had three locomotives and 97 empty freight cars that previously contained oil, according to a CSX statement reported by the press. It was traveling from Philadelphia to Chicago.