ROANOKE, Va – Norfolk Southern could be facing environmental violations after a train derailment spilled coal into the Roanoke River late last year.
The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) issued a notice to Norfolk Southern after tons of coal sat in the river potentially causing environmental impacts to the area.
According to the document, coal was visible in the river at least six miles away from the derailment.
DEQ issuing the notice could mean that Norfolk Southern could be facing fines down the road.