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EAST PALESTINE, Ohio — Gov. Mike DeWine and Columbiana County officials are urging residents of East Palestine who live within one mile of the train derailment to evacuate the area due to the potential for a"catastrophic tanker failure," according to a press release from the Governor's office.
"I had security cameras outside that showed a flame coming off the train when it passed our house because the train tracks are right in front of me in front of the porch," Clemmer said.Clemmer said his family wasn't planning on leaving, but are now packing their items. People are being asked to evacuate and shelter at the East Palestine Junior and Senior High School, according to Peggy Clark, the director of the Columbiana County EMA.
Those who have the means to leave are advised to immediately evacuate. Those who need help evacuating the area should call 330-426-4341. According to the Columbiana County Sheriff, those with children in their homes who decline to evacuate may be subject to arrest.
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