Sparks from Train No Cause for Alarm

In Local, News

Cobourg Fire Department was dispatched to a possible train fire on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 in Cobourg’s east end.

Firefighters were dispatched shortly after 11 p.m. to the possible train fire at Normar Road and County Road 2.

Firefighters spoke with rail officials who stated a specialized train heading east was grinding tracks creating large amounts of sparks underneath the train which could look like a possible train fire.

Cobourg fire officials notified other fire departments to the east the train was headed their way so they don’t get similar calls.

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

Port Hope Teacher Pleads Guilty to Sexual Offenses Involving Minors

By: Dan Jones, Northumberland 89.7 FM News, Local Journalism Initiative. WARNING: This story contains graphic depictions of sexual misconduct involving

Read More...

Port Hope Police – Arrest Made in Poppy Donation Box Theft (No Name Released)

(Today's Northumberland file photo) On November 6, 2025, officers from the Port Hope Police Service arrested a female suspect in

Read More...

Upgrades to William Street Bridge in Cobourg Continue

Work continues on the upgraded William Street bridge in Cobourg which includes several different sections that are constructed at

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu