70-car train derails, spilling hazardous materials in North Dakota

A Canadian Pacific spokesperson said there is no public safety threat, but some of the cars carrying hazardous materials are leaking. 

Published: March 27, 2023 10:55am

Updated: March 27, 2023 11:04am

A 70-car Canadian Pacific Railway freight train carrying hazardous chemicals derailed outside of Wyndmere, N.D., officials said. 

Richland County Emergency Manager Brett Lambrecht said 31 of the cars derailed, according to local outlet KFGO.

A Canadian Pacific spokesperson said there is no public safety threat, but some of the cars carrying hazardous materials are leaking. 

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