A train rolled through the town of the Canadian town of Lac-Mégantic in the province of Quebec for the first time since July, when an unmanned train carrying crude oil derailed and exploded, killing 47 people.
For some residents hearing the whistles again triggered a lot of emotions.
Forty-seven people died in july of 2013 when a freight train exploded in the Canadian city of Lac Megantic. (Photo: Paul Chiasson/CP)
Adding to the mix of emotions felt by many is the fact that the train is owned by Montreal, Maine & Atlantic Railway (MM&A) — the same company behind the train at the centre of the disaster.
The arrival of the train came after the town of Lac-Mégantic, the transport ministry Transport Canada and trustees with the MM&A reached an agreement outlining new standards for rail travel.
The agreement states that no hazardous materials will be carried by any trains passing through the town.
More information:
CBC News – Lac-Mégantic rail traffic resumes with stricter guidelines – here
Globe and Mail – Lac-Mégantic residents watch with mixed emotions as first trains roll through town – here
Montreal Gazette – Some residents say trains no longer have any place in the town and worry about the psychological cost – here
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