CPR expects to reopen line on Saturday after Derailment

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LAKE LOUISE, Alta. -- Canadian Pacific Railway says it expects to reopen its line near Lake Louise, Alta., on Saturday that was closed by a small derailment.

Two cars carrying potash went off the rails on Wednesday in Yoho National Park.

CPR spokeswoman Breanne Feigel said the train cars overturned, causing a minor spill.

Feigel said she doesn't expect any environmental damage.

Investigators are still trying to determine the cause of the accident.

Trains that were to use the CPR mainline were being rerouted through the Crowsnest Pass