Railroad schedules delayed after train hits ATV, causing fiery crash near Mendon, MO
Railroad schedules were delayed after a train crashed into an all-terrain vehicle stuck on the tracks, causing a fiery crash Monday morning near Mendon, Missouri.
Troopers responded around 8:40 a.m. to the crash on the tracks in the area of Mike Road just north of Mendon, Missouri, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
A BNSF train struck a side-by-side style ATV that had gotten stuck on the railroad tracks. Officials believe the ATV caught fire, causing damage to the vehicle and the train’s engine.
The sole occupant of the ATV had exited it before the train hit. No injuries were reported in the crash.
There was no damage to the cargo of the train.
Roadways in the area were not affected by the crash. Train passengers were expected to experience delays until the debris was cleared.
At approximately 0840 am today a BNSF train struck a side by side that was stuck on the tracks at Mike Rd. North of Mendon, in Chariton Co. No injuries involved. No damage to cargo of train. Side by side damage and engine of train damaged. No further updates. #MSHP pic.twitter.com/DVjrbUU2Dw
— MSHP Troop B (@MSHPTrooperB) September 11, 2023
