A bridge between Columbus and Reed Point, Montana, collapsed, causing a freight train to derail and plunge into the Yellowstone River, local officials said.

A Facebook update on Saturday said eight rail cars, which were said to contain asphalt and molten sulfur, were involved in the derailment. stillwater county news.

“Both materials are ‘slow moving’ and have not made much progress from the initial scene, said Columbus Fire Chief Rich Cowger and County DES Chief David Stamey,” the post continued. [sic].

The derailment reportedly closed parts of the Yellowstone and Stillwater rivers. Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks. (Related: “We basically nuke the town”: 3 more chemicals found at train derailment site)

A train derailment accident in the Yellowstone River near Twin Bridges Road between Reedpoint and Columbus resulted in the closure of parts of the Yellowstone and Stillwater rivers at the request of Stillwater County officials. (1/3) pic.twitter.com/9OVnmiN7Q

— Montana FWP (@MontanaFWP) June 24, 2023

“Yellowstone County DES received a call early this morning of a train derailment in Stillwater County … personnel have been dispatched and multiple agencies are providing assistance,” the Yellowstone County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement. . statement. “There is no immediate threat to Yellowstone County. Precautions are being taken. Local fishing areas will be closed. Water treatment plants, irrigation districts and industrial companies are taking appropriate precautions.”

No one was injured in the accident and all train crew are reported safe, according to the Montana Rail Link. fox news.

“I am monitoring the train derailment in Stillwater County and the state stands by to assist as the Montana Rail Link and county officials assess their needs,” said Montana Governor Greg Gianforte. rice field. statement on twitter.