Update #2: Esterhazy RCMP responding to train-related incident near Gerald, Saskatchewan

October 16, 2024
Gerald , Saskatchewan

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Esterhazy RCMP continue to investigate the collision and resulting train derailment. No investigational updates are available at this time.

It is anticipated that Range Road 1322 will remain closed until at least the evening of October 18 to facilitate the ongoing investigation and site clean-up.

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Update: Esterhazy RCMP responding to train-related incident near Gerald, Saskatchewan

2024-10-16
5:41 p.m.

The collision involved a tractor and a train; the driver of the tractor, an adult male from the Esterhazy area, died as a result. Several train cars derailed (we don't have specific numbers available); however, no spills have been reported to RCMP except for dried/material goods.

Range Road 1322 will remain closed until the morning of October 17 for an RCMP Collision Reconstructionist to investigate. The public is asked to please avoid the area to ensure the safety of investigators on scene.

Esterhazy RCMP responding to train-related incident near Gerald, Saskatchewan

2024-10-16
3:00p.m.

Esterhazy RCMP are on the scene of a collision that resulted in a train derailment north of Gerald, Saskatchewan. People are asked to avoid Range Road 1322 at this time.

This is an unfolding investigation and further details and updates will be provided as they become available.

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