Train derailment in Garfield County: Semi-tanker crash causes spillage and highway closure

GARFIELD COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Colorado State Patrol (CSP) responded to a passenger train that struck a semi-tanker truck that was on the tracks around 9:40 a.m. on May 6.

According to CSP, the semi-tanker was split open in the crash, spilling about 6,000 gallons of "road oil" onto the ground. The driver of the semi was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.

CSP says six passenger cars and two locomotives were derailed, with the track being damaged and split in areas. As a result, law enforcement says the rail line will be closed for repairs.

According to CSP, no passengers on the train were injured. Highway 6 will remain closed for an extended period, says CSP.

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