Multiple CPKC train cars derailed near Field, B.C.
Multiple cars of a Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) train derailed early Thursday morning near Field B.C., triggering an investigation by the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB).
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The incident occurred at approximately 4:30 a.m. Pacific Time about 12 kilometres west of Field, B.C., according to CPKC.
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CPKC's spokesperson Terry Cunha the incident involves eight empty auto rack rail cars used to carry finished vehicles. No dangerous goods are involved and no injuries were reported.
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Multiple cars of a Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) train derailed early Thursday morning near Field B.C., triggering an investigation by the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB). Article content Article content The incident occurred at approximately 4:30 a.m. Pacific Time about 12 kilometres west of Field, B.C., according to CPKC. Article content CPKC's spokesperson Terry Cunha the incident involves eight empty auto rack rail cars used to carry finished vehicles. No dangerous goods are involved and no injuries were reported. Article content
