ROCKCASTLE COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT/AP) – The evacuation order issued after a train derailed in Rockcastle County has been lifted.
Officials announced at a press briefing that the evacuation order was lifted as of 3 p.m. Thursday.
The City of Livingston was ordered to evacuate after the derailment on Wednesday.
Rail operator CSX said Thursday that a chemical fire at the train derailment has been completely extinguished.
CSX spokesperson Bryan Tucker said in a brief email that “the fire is completely out.” He said that authorities and CSX officials are evaluating when to encourage displaced residents to return home, and they will release more information later Thursday.
Governor Beshear declared a state of emergency Thursday evening. The state of emergency allows the state to activate resources, including Kentucky Emergency Management and the Kentucky National Guard, as needed.
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