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No injuries reported after 10 rail cars derail in far west Bexar County, Union Pacific says
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Sonia DeHaro, Adam B. Higgins , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 20, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The incident involved approximately 10 derailed rail cars, but no injuries or spills were reported. A spokesperson for the rail company confirmed that no materials were spilled during the incident, and efforts are underway to address the situation.
A train derailment occurred on Thursday afternoon. Cleanup efforts have begun, and deputies are helping to control traffic in the area. The incident involved approximately 10 derailed rail cars, but no injuries or spills were reported.
The cause of the derailment is being investigated. Further details about the incident are available from the source.
A spokesperson for the rail company confirmed that no materials were spilled during the incident, and efforts are underway to address the situation.
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Category: Local Published: August 20, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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