A Canadian National Freight Train derailed in West Chicago, causing quite the cleanup for local crews.
According to the Associated Press, a Canadian National train derailed around 8am on Monday at an intersection with Metra UP-W tracks.
According to the Chicago Sun-Times, multiple cars derailed, but the train was not carrying hazardous substances at the time of the accident.
Metra Alert UP-W – Due to an ongoing freight derailment inbound and outbound trains will be originating and terminating at West Chicago. An extra train will accommodate passengers between Elburn and Geneva.
— Metra UP-W (@metraUPW) February 15, 2021
The cause of the derailment remains under investigation, according to WGN-TV.
