Event Brief
Evacuation lifted after Norfolk Southern derailment
Filed: Jun 12, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET
Summary: Morgan County lifted an evacuation order after a Norfolk Southern train derailment and active fire, per EMA Director Ethan Webb.
WHO: Ethan Webb, Morgan County EMA Director; Morgan County Sheriff; Norfolk Southern personnel
WHAT: Norfolk Southern train derailment with an active fire; evacuation order lifted
WHEN: Jun 12, 2026 at 6:36 AM ET
WHERE: Morgan County, Tennessee
WHY: There was an active fire following the train derailment.
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