A train derailment in St. Catharines is being investigated by CN Police.
In a statement, CN rail says there are no injuries or fires due to the derailment, and that a non-dangerous substance called polyethylene spilled from one of the cars. The cause of the derailment is still under investigation.
The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation, which oversees the Welland Canal, says marine traffic is not impacted despite the derailment's proximity to the canal.
The Niagara Falls GO train, scheduled to leave at 1:07pm to Union Station, will now begin at Confederation GO. Niagara Regional Police have confirmed the derailment blocked Glendale Avenue earlier this morning, which was reopened around 10:00am.
CN Rail's statement can be found below:
"CN crews are responding a derailment that occurred Monday morning near St. Catharines, ON. Preliminary reports indicate there are a number of derailed rail cars in various positions. There are no reported injuries or fires. At least one crossing is impacted by the incident.
A non-dangerous good called polyethylene, a product used in the manufacturing of household plastics, spilled from one of the railcars. There is no danger to the public.
CN crews and local first responders are attending to the scene. The cause is under investigation.
CN would like to apologize for the inconveniences caused by this incident. More information will be provided as it becomes available."
(Written by: Matt Latour)