Coal train derailment: Semi-truck driver killed as Colorado interstate is closed

A semi-truck driver was killed when a train carrying coal derailed onto Interstate 25 just north of Pueblo Sunday afternoon, Colorado State Patrol said. CSP said it happened just before 3:30 p.m. near mile marker 107. which is just south of the Purcell Boulevard exit. The interstate is closed in both directions, and CSP said the closure will likely last into Monday. Traffic is being detoured onto Highway 50 and Highway 115. Read more: More local videos here: @9news Subscribe to NEXT: @Nexton9NEWS Stay connected: 9NEWS Website: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: Download the 9NEWS App: Sign up for the 9NEWSLETTER: 9NEWS (KUSA) is located in Denver, Colorado.