Train derails in central Saskatchewan, catches fire
Posted Oct 7, 2014 03:20:41 PM.
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WADENA, Sask. – A CN freight train has derailed in central Saskatchewan and has caught fire.
The Saskatchewan government says the derailment happened near the small community of Clair, which is being evacuated.
Highway 5 has been closed in the area.
Provincial officials could not immediately say what the train was carrying, but said hazardous materials crews were en route.
A witness told radio station CKOM that the flames are at least 30 metres high.
There were no reports of any injuries or damage in the community.
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