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Train derails near Beiseker, Alta., derailing 19 cars
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Train derails near Beiseker, Alta., derailing 19 cars

A CN train derailed near Beiseker, Alberta, Friday morning.

The derailment occurred north of Highway 9, between Highway 806 and Range Road 255, according to RCMP.

In total, 19 cars left the lane. Police said investigators were working to find out what was inside the cars.

Fire crews and CN personnel were also dispatched to the scene.

“At this time, no injuries, dangerous goods or fires have been reported as a result of the incident,” CN said in the release.

Two level crossings were reportedly affected.

CN apologized to local commuters for any inconvenience caused by the incident.

RCMP said traffic was not affected, but asked people to avoid the area.

Beiseker is located approximately 75 kilometers northeast of Calgary.