Two folks have been taken to a hospital Saturday morning when a practice on RTD’s W-Line derailed on the Jefferson County Authorities Middle in Golden.
The incident occurred about 9:30 a.m., when the “first automotive of a light-weight rail practice derailed,” RTD mentioned in a information launch. 4 folks and the operator have been on board. Two folks reported “minor accidents” and have been taken to a hospital by emergency responders. The reason for the derailment is beneath investigation.
A bus shuttle is in place between the Jefferson County cease and the Purple Rocks Neighborhood School station whereas crews work to securely rerail the practice, RTD mentioned. The W-Line is operating on schedule.
Rail service to the federal government heart might be restored as quickly as attainable, the station is at the moment closed to the general public.