HOUSTON – An apartment complex in Houston’s East End was partially evacuated after several rail cars derailed, according to the Houston Fire Department.

The incident was reported at about 8:30 a.m. Wednesday near Hughes Street and Harrisburg Boulevard.

Officials said approximately eight empty rail cars derailed. The train crew was not injured and there were no releases of chemicals.

HFD said a nearby apartment complex was partially evacuated out of caution.

Residents are asked to avoid the area due to road closures until the scene is cleared.

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