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Bridges near Central El Paso Rail Yard derailment 'untouched'
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Eliya Alvidrez , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· August 20, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The police department has announced the closures, which are currently in effect. A train derailment has caused several railcars to overturn.
A train derailment has caused several railcars to overturn. This incident led to the closure of multiple roads. The affected roads include parts of a major highway, with closures in both directions.
Roads in the surrounding area are also closed, including some major intersections. The police department has announced the closures, which are currently in effect.
Further information about the closures and the incident can be found through the source. The closures are expected to affect traffic in the area, with some roads closed until further notice.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 20, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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