The site of the derailed freight train in East Palestine, Ohio Xinhua/Shutterstock
A long freight train carrying hazardous chemicals partially derailed and set fire near East Palestine, Ohio, on 3 February. It released hazardous chemicals into the surroundings and has raised concerns about possible health effects for residents. It has also left people wondering how a 3-kilometre-long freight train can come off of the rails like this.
“You’re basically dealing with a big mile-long or more Slinky,” says , a retired investigator for the US…
