Alberta Emergency Alert - Train Accident Alert

Advisory: Train Accident - Parts of Alberta (Issued May 13, 2016 at 07:40 HRS)

Advisory: Train Accident - Parts of Alberta

Issued May 13, 2016 at 07:40 HRS

Source: County of Vermilion River

Issued: May 13, 2016 at 07:40 HRS

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Description: Alberta Emergency Alert - Train Accident Alert

There is a train derailment at the Highway 893 road crossing on the west edge of Islay. Several cars have derailed, and are blocking the highway. Highway 893 is closed between Highway 16 and Township Road 512.

There was a collision between a train and a vehicle at the Highway 893 road crossing on the west edge of Islay. Several cars have derailed and are blocking the highway. Emergency crews are on scene. Highway 893 is closed between Highway 16 and Township Road 512.

Area: Vermilion River County #24

Affected areas (8):

  • Vermilion River County No. 24
  • Paradise Valley
  • Lloydminster (Part)
  • Kitscoty
  • Vermilion
  • Marwayne
  • Dewberry
  • Makaoo (Part) 120

Action to take:

  • A train has derailed
  • Avoid the area
  • Use alternate routes
  • Listen to local authorities for any updates

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