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The Federal Railroad Administration released a 143-page report on railroad Norfolk Southern’s safety culture Aug. 9. The agency has worked on the report since thousands of people had to evacuate their homes after the East Palestine, Ohio, derailment in February. Though the report acknowledged the railroad has made improvements, poor communication and mistrust between employees and managers are hindering Norfolk Southern’s efforts to improve safety, the agency said. Railroad CEO Alan Shaw said the company is working to address the report’s findings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices