Norfolk Southern train derails in Altoona, Pennsylvania, at least 11 cars off track
The gist
A Norfolk Southern train derailed at low speed near 31st Street in Altoona, Pennsylvania, with at least 11 cars off the track.
It is at least the fourth Blair County derailment since February, and Amtrak service was cut.
How it unfolded
- Feb 2026About 65 railcars derailed in Logan Township as a Norfolk Southern train traveled between Altoona and Logan Township; no injuries or hazardous-material releases were reported.
- Mar 2026Two locomotives and 17 empty railcars derailed near Horseshoe Curve as a Norfolk Southern train tried to climb the mountain; no injuries or hazardous-material releases were reported.
- Aug 2026Twelve railcars derailed near Horseshoe Curve; no injuries or hazardous-material releases were reported.