A FREIGHT TRAIN HAS COLLAPSED INTO THE YELLOWSTONE RIVER IN MONTANA. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

Train derails into Yellowstone River after bridge collapsed sparking fears of hazardous spills

Currently A large emergency response is underway after a freight train fell into the Yellowstone River near Laurel, Montana. The train was crossing a bridge over the river when it collapsed, causing 8 rail cars to plunge into the water below. There's a concern that dangerous materials might be leaking into the river, so officials are urging residents living near by the river to reduce their water usage immediately.

A large emergency response is underway after a freight train collapsed into the Yellowstone River in Montana

“Hazardous materials” are feared to be spilling into the river, and officials are are warning residents to begin limiting water usage IMMEDIATELY