Authorities say a train derailed in south Louisiana and leaked a non-hazardous chemical – KION546

DONALDSONVILLE, La. (AP) – Seventeen cars of a train derailed in south Louisiana. Officials say several cars leaked a chemical used to disinfect swimming pools. Authorities say the leak poses no threat to the public. Union Pacific Railroad said the accident occurred about 7:30 a.m. Friday about 60 miles southwest of New Orleans. No injuries were reported and no hazardous materials were involved. Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Lt. Col. Cody Melancon says officers are working with state police and Union Pacific to clean up the scene and repair the tracks. He said it would likely take several days. It remains unclear what led to the derailment.