Investigation Underway After UP Train Derails in Albany County

An investigation is underway after a Union Pacific train derailed in Albany County Wednesday afternoon.

According to UP spokesman Mike Jaixen, the derailment happened around 4:45 p.m. near Bosler and involved approximately 20 railcars carrying intermodal containers.

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"There were no injuries," Jaixen told Laramie Live. "Union Pacific crews are responding to the incident, which is under investigation."

Albany County Sheriff's Office via Facebook

Fire Quickly Contained

The Albany County Sheriff's Office, who responded to the scene along with the Wyoming Highway Patrol, Laramie Fire Department/EMS, and Albany County Central Fire, says a small fire caused by damaged railroad ties was quickly contained.

"The train’s brakeman played a critical role—after noticing the back of the train had left the tracks, he stopped the train immediately, helping to prevent the situation from becoming far worse," the agency said in a Facebook post.

Albany County Sheriff's Office via Facebook

Cleanup Efforts on Track

The Sheriff's Office says cleanup efforts are currently on track.

"The Albany County Sheriff’s Office is grateful no injuries were reported and thanks all partner agencies for their swift response," the post reads. "Incidents like this are a reminder of how teamwork keeps our community safe when things go off the rails."

Outstanding Graffiti Train Passes Through Wyoming

We all see the graffiti on trains that pass through Wyoming.

But have you ever paused just a moment to look at it?

A lot is garbage.

But some of this still can be considered art.

Even great art.

Other times it's just an interesting message.

Grifiti art exhibit on wheels passing through America pauses in Wyoming

Gallery Credit: Glenn Woods

Model Trains Astound & Inspire At Cheyenne Depot

Recently, the depot at Cheyenne, Wyoming, held Depot Days to celebrate the history of one of America's most important railroad stops.

Special thanks to the Slick Rail.

With its many detailed and weathered structures trackside, the Slick X Line O-scale layout is fun for both young and old.

The 40-foot-long modular traveling display was built by five members over a 2-year period, using their 1st letter of each of their names to form the name.

Gallery Credit: Glenn Woods

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