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Senator JD Vance (R-OH) Statement on NTSB Findings on Train Derailment

Background

On February 3, 2023, a Norfolk Southern train carrying hazardous materials derailed in East Palestine, Ohio.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has been investigating the cause of the derailment.

NTSB Findings

On February 23, 2023, the NTSB released its preliminary findings.

• The train was traveling at 47 miles per hour, exceeding the speed limit of 25 miles per hour.
• The cause of the derailment was a wheel bearing failure on one of the train's cars.
• The wheel bearing had been overheating for several miles prior to derailment.

Senator Vance's Statement

Senator Vance issued the following statement regarding the NTSB's findings:

"I am grateful for the NTSB's hard work in investigating this tragic incident.

The NTSB's findings confirm that this derailment was preventable.

Norfolk Southern must be held accountable for this disaster and must take steps to ensure that something like this never happens again."

Conclusion

The NTSB's findings are a reminder of the importance of rail safety.

Norfolk Southern must take steps to improve its safety practices and prevent future derailments.