Traffic Rerouted as CN Crews Remove Damaged Train Car in Mundare

Traffic Rerouted as CN Crews Remove Damaged Train Car in Mundare

Michelle Pinon - News Advertiser

Rail crossings at Secondary Highway 855 and Main Street in Mundare were closed to traffic due to a problem with the wheels on a train car the afternoon of March 3.

Town of Mundare Chief Administrative Officer Colin Zyla said they set up detour signs to assist CN, and traffic coming into and out of town was redirected to the rail crossing at Highway 15 and Township Road 534.

CN Crews work to remove the damaged rail car.

(Kevin Horon/Submitted Photo)

Tyler Banick, Manager of Public Affairs and Corporates Services with CN, stated, “Safety is a core value at CN. The company strives to protect our employees, our neighbouring communities, and the environment at all times. On March 3rd, a CN train had a mechanical failure and was brought to a controlled stop. There were no dangerous commodities involved nor any leaks, exposures or injuries.

We apologize for the inconvenience this incident caused to local residents.”