Evacuations Ordered After Train Derailment Near Cranbrook, B.C.

At least five properties in the Regional District of East Kootenay, B.C., were evacuated following a train derailment involving about 12 cars, including those carrying propane, early Saturday morning. The incident occurred near Bull River, approximately 16 kilometers east of Cranbrook, with no reported injuries. Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) has dispatched crews for cleanup, while the Transportation Safety Board of Canada is investigating. Displaced residents are advised to contact emergency support services for assistance.