Nov 03, 2025

Cleanup underway after train derailment in Kansas

Posted Nov 03, 2025 9:30 PM
Hutch Post Photo/Sean Boston
Hutch Post Photo/Sean Boston

RENO COUNTY —Cleanup is underway and authorities are investigating the cause of a train derailment in Hutchinson.

Hutch Post Photo/Sean Boston
Hutch Post Photo/Sean Boston

At about 1 a.m.  Monday, approximately two dozen Union Pacific rail cars derailed in Hutchinson, according to a statement from Union Pacific. The incident occurred near 17th Avenue and N. Halstead Street. There were no injuries or releases. 

The railroad crossing at 17th Avenue has reopened. One northbound lane of K-61  from 17th to 39th Avenue remains closed.