Freight Train With 47 Cars Derails In Portsmouth, Several Roads Closed

PORTSMOUTH, NH — Traffic advisories are in effect in Portsmouth after a 47-car train derailed just before 12 p.m., according to the Portsmouth Fire Department.

The freight train, operated by CSX, was carrying track rail and derailed at the low-speed Maplewood Avenue crossing, officials said.

No injuries were reported and police, fire officials, and public works crews worked together to bring the situation "under control," according to the fire department. The train remained upright.

Maplewood Avenue will be closed at Deer Street for outbound traffic until further notice, officials said. Inbound traffic is being rerouted to Dennett Street. Vaughan Street and Green Street are also closed.

"The city is currently waiting for repair crews from CSX to assess, remount the train, and repair the tracks," according to the fire department.

No additional information was immediately available.