Train Derailment In Dearborn Damages Bridge Over I-94: MSP

DEARBORN, MI — Authorities said I-94 will be closed in both directions temporarily Wednesday as crews work to repair damage done after a train derailed over the freeway, near Wyoming Avenue.

Michigan State Police said they were called to eastbound lanes of I-94 near Wyoming in Dearborn around 5:45 a.m. following reports of a derailed train.

When troopers arrived to the scene they said they noticed a flat car was hanging over the exit lanes to Michigan and Wyoming. Troopers said the car had damaged part of the bridge.

The east and westbound lanes of I-94 were closed temporarily before CSX Railroad determined the scene was safe, MSP said. Authorities said the railroad believes it will be about five hours before their equipment will be on scene to correct the issue.

Once repair work begins, police said I-94 will be closed in both directions.

This story will be updated as more information becomes available.