Train Derailment Sparks Emergency Response Near Cranbrook
A freight train operated by Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) derailed near Cranbrook, British Columbia, on Saturday, November 30, 2025. The incident involved several rail cars, including tankers transporting propane.
Authorities confirmed that a leak occurred from one of the propane tanker cars following the derailment. Emergency crews, including a specialized dangerous goods team, were dispatched to the scene to manage the situation.
Containment and Cleanup Efforts Underway
CPKC reported that their crews worked swiftly to address the incident. Repairs to the damaged railway track were completed by early Sunday. The company's dangerous goods team successfully secured the derailed propane cars, preparing them for safe offloading in the coming days.
Cleanup operations were still ongoing as of Sunday afternoon. Despite the propane leak, officials have confirmed that there were no injuries to the public or crew members as a result of the derailment.
Federal Investigation Launched
In response to the incident, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB), an independent federal agency, has deployed a team of investigators to the site. The TSB's mandate is to advance transportation safety by investigating occurrences in the rail, marine, pipeline, and air sectors.
It is important to note that the TSB does not assign fault or determine civil or criminal liability. Its investigations focus on identifying safety deficiencies and making recommendations to prevent future accidents.
CPKC has stated that the cause of the derailment is currently unknown and remains under investigation by the relevant authorities.
