Update Report: Train Derailment near Des Moines, IA- Chicago Division : Des Moines Subdivision

On Thursday, March 26,2026 at approximately 11:22 P.M. CDT, we received a preliminary report of a train derailment near Des Moines, IA which has affected the main track. Des Moines, IA is approximately 6 miles east of Windsor Heights, IA. 
BNSF field personnel responded to assess the derailment site. The estimated opening of the main track is Tuesday March 31, 2026 at 3:00 P.M CDT.

If your loaded shipment(s) is directly involved in the incident, a member of the BNSF's Load and Ride Solutions team will contact your company's representative within 24 hours of the incident with relevant information and next steps.