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The derailment was caused when a retaining wall fell onto the tracks following heavy rains, local officials said.
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Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 21 Jan. 2026
Among the changes, property owner Dawn Davidson said, are the addition of a retaining wall to join an existing retaining wall, changes to a rear stairwell and adding skylights to the attic.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
This country ranch at 84 Hop Brook Road in Simsbury, which offers one-floor living, also has undeniable curb appeal thanks to its inviting front porch, attractive stone retaining wall, and the large level lot that is nearly an acre in size.
—Helen I. Bennett, Hartford Courant, 11 Jan. 2026
The Los Angeles County Fire Department on Wednesday rescued three people who were trapped under a collapsed retaining wall in Lennox.
—Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
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Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 21 Jan. 2026
Among the changes, property owner Dawn Davidson said, are the addition of a retaining wall to join an existing retaining wall, changes to a rear stairwell and adding skylights to the attic.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
This country ranch at 84 Hop Brook Road in Simsbury, which offers one-floor living, also has undeniable curb appeal thanks to its inviting front porch, attractive stone retaining wall, and the large level lot that is nearly an acre in size.
—Helen I. Bennett, Hartford Courant, 11 Jan. 2026
The Los Angeles County Fire Department on Wednesday rescued three people who were trapped under a collapsed retaining wall in Lennox.
—Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
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“Retaining wall.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/retaining%20wall. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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