Train Derails In Woodhaven

WOODHAVEN (WWJ) - No injuries were reported in a train derailment in Woodhaven, that caused some problems for drivers in the afternoon commute.

Reporting from above the scene in Chopper 950, WWJ's Lance Howard said a couple of cars are off the tracks and, as a result.

Van Horn was completely blocked, both east and westbound, between 1-75 and Allen Road.  Vreeland between Telegraph Road and Peters was also closed.

Police said they could not estimate a time when those streets would reopen.

The train belongs to Canadian National Railways.  There was no immediate word on what caused the derailment.

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