Dec 18, 2023

Train derailment briefly closes road in Newton

Posted Dec 18, 2023 8:00 PM
Photo by Rod Zook
Photo by Rod Zook

HARVEY COUNTY— A train derailment in Newton Monday closed a road at the crossing briefly on Monday.

According to Rod Zook, three cars were on their sides with two more off the tracks and SW 14th in Newton was closed at the crossing with the BNSF rail line.

According to a statement from BNSF, the cars were carrying grain and it was a minor incident and there were no injuries.

Check the Post for additional details as they become available.