×

‘Wheels Fall Off’ Train Car Traveling Through Detroit Lakes

Nov 15, 2022 | 12:05 PM

Crews work on a section of railroad line in Detroit lakes, Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022

DETROIT LAKES (KDLM) – BNSF workers continued to work on a rail line in Detroit Lakes along Highway 10 after a train car malfunction late Monday afternoon.

An axle on one of the BNSF cars malfunctioned, Monday afternoon between Randolph Road and Highway 10 in Detroit Lakes. It appears the wheels came off a hopper car causing a backup for local car and train traffic. The incident damaged railroad ties and sensors.

Nobody was hurt in the incident, crews continue to work to mobilize the train and clear the tracks.

Latest News

FOLLOW US FOR INSTANT UPDATES!

FOLLOW US FOR INSTANT UPDATES!