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Ellerslie Road was closed in both directions between Parsons Road and Gateway Boulevard for hours as emergency crews and investigators responded to a derailed train.

Eight cars had reportedly “overturned,” Edmonton Fire Rescue spokeswoman Maya Filipovic said Friday. Hazmat crews were called to the scene, but found no dangerous goods leaking.

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A spokesperson for Canadian Pacific Railway said there were no injuries or dangerous goods involved and there was no risk to the public.

Officials on scene said the train was carrying grain.

“CP takes this incident very seriously. We immediately dispatched personnel and equipment to the site to begin the process of cleaning up the derailed cars. Our focus will be on safety as we begin this work,” said CP Rail spokesman Andy Cummings.

The derailment happened near 101 Street and Ellerslie Road. The road will be closed until the cleanup is complete.