Public Safety · Morganton, NC
Train Derailment Closes East Union Street Overnight in Morganton, Oct. 13
A train derailment on Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 13, injured one person on East Union Street between Kirksey Drive and East Fleming Drive in Morganton, Burke County, N.C. Emergency crews from Burke Rescue responded to the scene; no active leaks or evacuation orders were reported. Officials confirmed that portions of East Union Street remain closed overnight between the entrance to Seiren and the entrance to Food Lion.