Potash train derailment near Lestock shuts main line

As reported by MooseJawToday, potash train derailment near Lestock prompted an early Thursday response. CN crews attended the site. Local emergency services also responded.

CN said the derailment happened at about 5:40 a.m. It occurred near the community northeast of Regina. Preliminary information indicates that 49 loaded rail cars carrying potash left the tracks.

CN crews and local emergency responders at the scene

Ashley Michnowski, a spokesperson for CN, said no dangerous goods were involved. She also said no injuries have been reported. “There are no dangerous goods, leaks, fires or injuries reported and there is no threat to public safety,” Michnowski said in a statement.

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Also, she said one public crossing in the area is blocked. Meanwhile, the railway line has been closed. In addition, crews are responding to the incident. At the same time, CN personnel remain at the site. Separately, local first responders remain there. Still, cleanup and investigation efforts continue.

Potash train derailment near Lestock draws TSB response

Michnowski said the cause has not yet been determined. CN also apologized for the disruption. In addition, the company said additional details will be shared when available.

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada said it is deploying an investigator. The response follows the derailment involving a Canadian National Railway Company train earlier Thursday. Also, the agency said it will gather information and assess the occurrence.

As outlined by the TSB, it is an independent agency. It investigates air, marine, pipeline and rail transportation occurrences. For example, its mandate is to advance transportation safety. Still, it does not assign fault or determine civil or criminal liability.

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