Cargo Train Derailed in New Milford

A cargo train derailed in New Milford on Monday night and Rooster Tail Hollow is closed until the tracks are clear. 

Police said five train cars derailed at River Road and Rooster Tail Hollow just before 10 p.m. 

One car partially tipped over near the edge of River Road, which is closed in both directions near the Rooster Tail Hollow, and will remain closed until the road and tracks are cleared, police said. 

The train was not hauling any hazardous materials and no cargo came off the rail cars, according to police. The rear car did remain on the tracks. 

Housatonic Railroad was called to respond with heavy equipment to clear the tracks. 

No one was injured and no injuries are reported.

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