By HAILEY CHAPMAN
A Union Pacific train carrying grain-based ethanol fuel derailed Sunday near Ninth and Milner in Hays.
There were no fatalities reported, and officials are working to clear the rubble left behind. It is unclear what caused the train to derail.
While there are three cars toppled over on the tracks, it is not a concern to the well being of the public, according to officials. The three cars contain ethanol but show no signs of leaking or future exposure.
Hays Police and Hays Fire Department established a 300-foot perimeter surrounding the incident as a precaution. There also were a few home evacuations near the area as a safety measure.
As a result of the crash, train traffic through Hays will be halted. Officials are uncertain how long it will take to clear the mess.