2023 Kentucky train derailment

The derailment occurred in the backdrop of an "alarming" number of derailments in 2023 in the United States. Shortly after the derailment, the town of Livingston was evacuated. The governor of Kentucky declared a state of emergency in the entire surroundings of Rockcastle County in connection of the derailment and the chemicals, but was lifted several hours later. A total of 15 out of the 40 cars of the train derailed, and at least only two were breached. The train spilled burning molten sulfur chemicals that created a large plumes of smoke. The derailment occurred near both Roundstone Creek and Ten Foot Hole Road, which is part of the Roundstone watershed. The chemicals released were suspected to include sulfur dioxide, which is harmful in high concentrations and as a background pollutant. == Reaction ==

In reaction to the derailment, the Chinese government launched a disinformation campaign on social media alleging a cover-up. ==References==