THOMPSONVILLE – Canadian National crews responded to the derailment of 19 cars carrying coal southwest of Thompsonville Friday morning.
CN spokesperson Jeffrey Price says there were no injuries, fires or dangerous goods reported.
Work is currently underway to restore the track for train traffic later tonight if possible.
Clean up of the derailed cars and coal will continue over the coming days and weeks.
The cause of the derailment is currently under investigation.
The Williamson County Highway Department says Crawford Road between Locust Grove Road and Kaskaskia Road will be closed for 36 to 48 hours due to the derailment. You should avoid the area and take other routes.
