Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Train Derailment Closes Ferndale Road in New Philadelphia

Train derailment graphic accompanying the Ferndale Road closure report in New Philadelphia

NEW PHILADELPHIA — Ferndale Road in New Philadelphia is closed following a train derailment early Wednesday afternoon.

The incident occurred just before 1:30 p.m. on . The road is expected to remain closed for an extended period.

Motorists should avoid the area and use alternate routes.

Additional details about the derailment and a timeline for reopening the road were not immediately available.

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