KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A semi overturned on the railroad tracks at 45 Highway and Oberdiek Lane just north of Farley, Missouri, Thursday afternoon.
Emergency crews were called to the scene just after 12 p.m. on a semi rollover.
The semi reportedly rolled over and across the BNSF RR tracks. It was hauling liquid nitrogen that started leaking, along with a small amount diesel fuel from the truck.
The driver was not injured in the accident.
45 Highway remains closed between 45 Spur and Main Street, and the BNSF rail line is also closed.
Officials do not know how long the highway will be closed.
A Platte County Sheriff spokesman says haz-mat teams, sheriff's officials and RR officials are on scene.
The nitrogen is currently contained. It is in liquid form to be used as fertilizer for farmers, and dissipates once it comes in contact with the air.
Emergency crews are working to determine how to deal with the nitrogen and clear the semi from the tracks.
There is no risk to the public at this time.
This is a developing story and may be updated.
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