Traffic seems to be heavy in the Greater Danbury area today, and what is up with the railroads around here? If you're traveling toward International Drive and/or Eagle Road, make sure to find an alternate route.

105.5 The Wolf logo
Get our free mobile app

The Danbury Fire Department reported that International Drive between Federal Road and Eagle Road overpass is closed due to a derailed trail car. If you are anywhere in the area, expect delays as it is reported for the road to expect an extended closure.

Here is a look at where the road is closed:

Danbury Fire Department
Danbury Fire Department
loading...

The Danbury Police are currently on scene monitoring the situation. Here is a closer look of the scene:

Danbury Road Closed Due to Derailed Train Car

International Drive between Federal Road and Eagle Road overpass are closed due to this derailed train car.

This is a developing story. We will continue to update you as more information rolls in.

This story comes on the heels of another local closure due to an out of the ordinary situation regarding rail roads, as Greenwood Avenue in Bethel will reportedly be closed throughout the day and the rest of the weekend due to a sinkhole underneath the railroad tracks.

Things You May Not Know About Greater Danbury's Candlewood Lake

Mike Allen is our former News Director and the man we go to, to provide "so much more than you ever imagined." Mike joins the Ethan and Lou Show every Tuesday morning for a segment called: "The Place You Live." This week, he presented part 1 of 2 on Candlewood Lake. Allen shared his research and we learned the following:

More From 105.5 The Wolf