Boulder Train Derailment: Two Injured, Rail Bridge Damaged, Power Outage Reported

A train accident occurred in Boulder, Colorado on Thursday night, resulting in injuries, damage, and power disruption.

Freight Train Derails in Colorado

The train, operated by BNSF Railway, derailed at around 11:13 p.m. near Boulder Creek, leading to the injury of two crew members, damage to a rail bridge, and temporary power outages for some nearby customers.

The injured crew members were promptly transported to a hospital for treatment and were later released, according to BNSF Railway. Fortunately, the company confirmed that there was no threat to public safety due to the incident.

Impact on the Area

The derailment not only caused injuries and damage but also resulted in a temporary disruption of power for some customers in the vicinity. BNSF Railway reported that a small amount of fuel was spilled during the incident, but it did not impact Boulder Creek.

Investigation and Cleanup Efforts

The railway company stated that crews were deployed on Friday to clear the area and assess the full extent of the damage. The Boulder Police Department announced that while roads were closed for several hours on Thursday night, they had reopened by Friday morning as cleanup efforts progressed. The train, which was approximately a mile long, posed challenges for organizations working to restore normalcy to the impact zone.

As of now, there is no additional information available regarding the freight on the derailed train and its intended destination. BNSF Railway has not release any updates related to this aspect of the incident.