CN train loaded with grain derails near Hinton; TSB says no injuries

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) deployed an investigator Thursday to a derailment involving a Canadian National (CN) train near Hinton, Alta.

A TSB spokesperson said 12 loaded grain cars derailed in the incident, though didn’t have information on whether the grain was released. There were no injuries or hazardous materials reported.

The spokesperson said a team of investigators will examine the site, document the incident, interview any witnesses and download information from the train’s black box.

Hinton is about 288 kilometres west of Edmonton.