"Kentucky Town in Crisis: Train Derailment Triggers Chemical Spill and State of Emergency"

A train derailed in eastern Kentucky, causing a chemical spill and prompting officials to encourage residents of the small town of Livingston to evacuate due to concerns about air quality. The derailment involved at least 16 cars, two of which were carrying molten sulfur that caught fire. The fire is believed to be releasing sulfur dioxide, a gas that can cause respiratory problems. The amount of chemicals released is still unknown. Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency in the county and urged people to avoid the area.