Around 11:30pm last night, a fire broke out at the Amtrak Maintenance Yard in Ivy City, with diesel tanks on the tracks. At least 10 fire trucks and ambulances responded to the scene. Firefighters used large diameter hose lines and foam units to control the blaze. The incident is now under control, with no injuries reported. Some train cars were damaged due to radiant heat, and hazmat teams are still working on diesel runoff.
N. reported to us around 11:30pm last night: “Train tracks and Ivy City maintenance facility is on fire. Diesel tanks on the tracks. At least 10 fire trucks /ambulances flew down New York Ave and it sounds like they sent hazmat trucks too.”“Update Box Alarm 1400 block W St NE in Amtrak Maintenance Yard . Several large diameter hose lines in operation. Exposed train cars being moved. Putting foam units to work.
Update Box Alarm Amtrak Maintenance Yard. Most fire extinguished. Hazmat checking on diesel runoff. Some train cars damaged by radiant heat. Still working to extinguish pockets of fire. No injuries reported. Update Box Alarm Amtrak Maintenance Yard. The incident is under control. Most units going back in service. No injuries reported.”Join The Washington Chorus for a performance of “A Candlelight Christmas,” ringing in the holiday season with spirited brass, a festive chorus, and extra special guests to delight the whole family.
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