Initial Report: Train Derailment near Big Lake, MN (Staples Subdivision)

On Saturday, July 20, 2024 at approximately 03:16 A.M. CDT, we received a preliminary report of a train derailment near Big Lake, MN which has affected both main tracks. Big Lake, MN is 46 miles railroad west of St Paul, MN. BNSF personnel are responding to assess the affected area. The estimated time for opening main track one is approximately 19:30 P.M. CDT on Sunday, July 21, 2024. The estimated time for opening main track two is approximately 07:30 A.M. CDT on Sunday, July 21, 2024.

If your loaded shipment(s) is directly involved in the incident, a member of BNSF's Load and Ride Solutions team will contact your company's representative within 24 hours of the incident with relevant information and next steps.