All GO trains are now operating and Steeles Ave. has reopened after four empty tanker cars derailed in Brampton at Steeles Ave. and Advance Blvd. this morning.

The last four cars of a 73-car Canadian National Railway train left the rails south of Bramalea GO Station just before 7 a.m. The cars had previously been carrying jet fuel but were empty, apart from possible residue, and were headed for a Concord rail yard.

One member of the train crew was taken to Brampton Civic Hospital as a precaution but did not suffer any injuries, said CN spokesperson Lindsay Fedchyshyn.

Peel Emergency Services earlier said the employee suffered minor injuries.

CN officials are investigating the cause of the derailment, which has also been reported to the Transportation Safety Board.

The disabled train remained on the scene at noon Monday, as officials worked to remove it. Peel Regional Police continue to assist CN.

“When these incidents happen, public safety is our top priority, and that is what we continue to focus on,” said Fedchyshyn, speaking from the site.

Fedchyshyn said there is no risk of injury or environmental impact as the cars were empty and remained upright after they derailed.

Kitchener GO trains had been holding west of Bramalea while Steeles Ave. between Dixie and Bramalea roads were closed, causing commuter troubles Monday morning.

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