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ELM GROVE, La. — U.S. Highway 71 near Elm Grove has reopened to traffic following a fatal collision and massive train derailment last week, according to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.

The August 13 crash occurred when an 18-wheeler collided with a train at the Smith Road crossing, resulting in three locomotives and 21 rail cars derailing. One person was killed in the crash, and the train crew was hospitalized for evaluation.

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