A train carrying Hazardous Material has fallen into the Yellowstone River in the state of Montana, United States, after the collapse of the bridge over which it was crossing, causing the wagons carrying asphalt and sulfur have been submerged, causing a yellow liquid spilled into the water.

The cause of the collapse is still unknown and the intakes have been closed. drinking water downriver while investigations are underway, but Montana Rail Link company spokesman Andy Garland has confirmed that there is no victimas collected by the television channel Sky News.

“We are committed to addressing any potential impacts to the area as a result of this incident and working to understand the reasons behind the accidentGarland explained.

In Yellowstone County, officials have activated emergency measures at power plants. water treatment, due to what they called a “potential hazardous materials spill,” and asked residents to limit their water consumption. The crash site is just over 100 miles northeast of Yellowstone National Park.

Last year, the river experienced record floods which caused far-reaching damage to the national park and adjacent towns and recent heavy rains have caused the river to rise, but it is unclear whether this is the cause of the bridge collapse.