(KTTS News) – Six guests and one employee have been injured after a train derailed at Silver Dollar City Wednesday evening.
Officials say that the injuries are minor to moderate.
The accident happened around 6 PM Wednesday evening aboard the Frisco Silver Dollar Line Steam Train.
Reports are coming out that several cars on the train tipped completely on their sides and passengers had to smash windows to climb out.
Silver Dollar City released a statement regarding the train derailment:
Silver Dollar City confirms that earlier this evening, sections of the Frisco Silver Dollar Line Steam Train derailed from the track. Onsite paramedics provided emergency care until first responders arrived. Six guests and one employee have been transported by ambulance to nearby medical facilities.
At this time, we are wholeheartedly focused on providing support for guests and team members in partnership with Stone County first responders.
Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.
