Train service resumed in southwestern Ontario after a derailment of a Canadian National Railway Co. train near Brantford, Ont., which occurred on Friday. The derailment involved about two dozen railcars and one locomotive but caused no injuries or hazardous incidents. Restoration of train service was accomplished by Saturday morning, though it may face delays as crews continue working in the area. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is investigating the incident to determine its cause as efforts to clear the site progress.
About two dozen Canadian National Railway Co. railcars and one locomotive derailed and remained upright Friday, halting passenger train service in southwestern Ontario.
Crews with the company safely restored train service Saturday morning at the site of the derailment, but delays in train traffic may be necessary for ongoing work.
The cause of the derailment remains under investigation by the Transportation Safety Board of Canada, which is sending a team to gather evidence.
No injuries, leaks, or fires were reported following the freight derailment near Brantford, Ont., allowing crews to focus on restoring the service.
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