A freight train derailment occurred on Tuesday morning near East 6th Street and Robert T. Martinez Jr. Street in East Austin, involving seven cars, two filled with gravel and five empty. The incident caused a utility pole to be struck, resulting in a power outage affecting approximately 80 customers, but no injuries or hazardous material spills were reported. The derailment blocked traffic in the area, prompting authorities to set up detours and use bus services for CapMetro commuter rail passengers. Investigations are ongoing with agencies like the Austin Fire Department, Texas Department of Transportation, and the Federal Railroad Administration involved. Safety improvements and track upgrades are already planned for the area, with construction expected to begin between 2026 and 2027. Power was restored later in the day, and roads were reopened as cleanup efforts continued.