A CN Rail train was evacuated in Armstrong, Ontario, located north of Thunder Bay, as a wildfire surrounded the area. All employees in the vicinity were evacuated overnight Monday, according to a CN Rail spokesperson who spoke with Global News.
Video footage captured the wildfire in close proximity to the stopped train, documenting the severity of the situation. The evacuation occurred as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of crew members working in the region.
The incident highlights the risks posed by wildfires to transportation infrastructure and personnel in northern Ontario during fire season.
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