In brief
A 13 July video captured a wildfire encircling a freight train in Ontario, Canada, forcing CN Rail to suspend local operations and relocate workers. The crew escaped safely, but the region remains afflicted by multiple out‑of‑control fires fueled by extreme heat, dry conditions and strong winds. CN Rail confirmed the incident, and authorities continue to monitor the situation. The incident highlights the growing threat of wildfires in the north‑western province.
A 13 July video captured a wildfire encircling a freight train right on the rails in Ontario, Canada. The footage shows the fire’s intense orange glow surrounding the steel cars while workers flee the tracks.
CN Rail confirmed the incident and said the company temporarily suspended operations in the affected area and moved employees to safer locations. All workers seen in the video escaped unharmed.
Ontario is currently battling several wildfires in its north‑western region. Meteorologists point to extreme heat, dry soil and strong winds as conditions that keep fires uncontrolled and could lead to further spread.
For more details, read the full BBC report: BBC News.
