A BNSF train derailed near Essex in Flathead County on Saturday, October 12, 2024.Sandra Gilham shared photos with MTN News and wrote: "Looks like it had just occurred at the time of the photo capture, 7:30 a.m."MTN News has learned that it is a cargo train, and there are no serious injuries. Amtrak posted about the impact on its Empire Builder passenger route: "Due to a freight train derailment blocking the tracks, Train 7, Train 27, Train 8, and Train 28 are canceled between Whitefish (WFH) and Shelby (SBY). Alternate bus transportation has been sourced and will be provided for all affected customers." At this point, there is no word on the suspected cause of the derailment. Juice bar opening in Great Falls Dogs die in Great Falls house fire Tony Roma's coming (back) to Great FallsWe have a reporter heading to the area and will post an update when we get more information.