A train has derailed in southern New South Wales after a collision with a grain truck this morning.
Fire and Rescue NSW said emergency services were called to the Canola Way between Old Junee and Marrar, north of Wagga Wagga at about 8:45am.
The collision occurred at a level crossing on a bend in the road on what the ABC understands is a grain branch-line.Two have been taken to Wagga Wagga Base Hospital, one with minor injuries and the other with suspected broken ribs. Fire and Rescue NSW Zone Commander Superintendent Stewart Alexander said police, paramedics and volunteers firefighters were also called to the scene."[There is] significant damage to the truck and there are … at least 10 carriages [that have been damaged].Mr Alexander said would have been a nerve-wracking situation for the drivers.Mr Alexander said firefighters would be checking the train for any fuel leaks.
"We'll do our best to render the site safe — whether that's decanting fuel or containing or recovering spilt fuel, and any other load that may have been on the train itself," he said.Mr Alexander said the salvage operation would be significant. "I imagine railway authorities will need a heavy crane and heavy lifting equipment to remove the damaged rolling stock and locomotives," he said.
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