We have a brand new updated website! Click here to check it out!

Part of Lower Lake Road closed due to train derailment

The area of 500 SW Lower Lake Road, west of Animal Control is closed until further notice due to a train derailment.

According to Sgt. Wayne Byrom with the St. Joseph Police Department, the derailment happened around 4 a.m. behind Bartlett Grain. Three train cars derailed, spilling grain and hitting power lines. Byrom said cleanup could take several hours but officials are working to get the roadway open as soon as possible.

There were no injuries reported.

Copyright Eagle Radio | FCC Public Files | EEO Public File