Cramer Statement on Heimdal, ND Oil Train Derailment

Statement

Today Congressman Kevin Cramer released the following statement after visiting the site of the oil train derailment and fire near Heimdal, ND.

First, we should all say a special prayer of thanks no one was injured as a result of this derailment and fire. I would like to commend the professionalism and dedication of all of the first responders helping deal with this accident. I have met with federal, state and local officials on scene as well as representatives from BNSF. I am satisfied all which can be done is being done to deal with this accident and its immediate impact on surrounding communities. I will continue to monitor the situation and ensure this remains the case for anyone affected by this accident. Sadly, North Dakota is becoming all too familiar with the scenes of oil car derailments but it is important to remember no amount of regulations will realistically prevent accidents from occurring. Accidents will happen even if no one does anything wrong or improper. Our continuing need to ship crude oil across the country highlights the importance for more pipelines to safely carry crude oil from the Bakken region in North Dakota."

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