5-Mile Train Bridge Collapse

August 14th, 2024

5-Mile Train Bridge Collapse, East of Fort Frances and Couchiching First Nation

(Updates from most recent to oldest)

August 14, 2024 - 4:28pm

There have been no injuries reported and no trains involved.

August 14, 2024 - 3:46pm

We wish to inform you that the train bridge located at the causeway east of Fort Frances and Couchiching First Nation has collapsed.

The Town of Fort Frances is currently monitoring the situation and is prepared to activate the Emergency Control Group if necessary. We are in contact with CN and are awaiting an update.

At this time, we have no additional information but will provide updates as they become available.

For those using the lake, including boaters, please avoid the affected area and exercise caution.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.