MORTLACH, Sask. – A Canadian Pacific freight train carrying anhydrous ammonia has come off the tracks after a collision with a semi-trailer near Mortlach, Sask.
However, RCMP say the two engines and all 32 rail cars remained upright and there are no indications of any leakage.
The semi was partially across the tracks at a rural crossing when the trailer it was hauling was hit by the train, which was also carrying scrap metal and grain.
The driver of the semi was taken to hospital in nearby Moose Jaw with non-life-threatening injuries.
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The rail line sustained considerable damage and it is expected that crews will be on scene for some time in order to complete repairs.
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