Cause of Silver Dollar City train derailment under investigation

An investigation into the cause of a train derailment at Silver Dollar City this week is underway.

On Wednesday evening, three of the four train cars on the Frisco Silver Dollar Line Steam Train derailed, according to a news release from the theme park. Roughly 160 guests were on the train, which has a maximum capacity of 250.

SDC officials say no life-threatening injuries were sustained, though six guests and an employee were transported to a medical facility.

"At Silver Dollar City, the safety and well-being of our guests and team members are paramount – which is why we have detailed emergency protocols and conduct regular drills in partnership with area emergency personnel. We are grateful for the quick, thoughtful action and teamwork of all involved in the response," officials said in the release.

SDC is cooperating with the Missouri Division of Fire Safety, which is conducting an investigation into the incident.

The fire safety division tweeted yesterday that the first stage of the investigation was completed, with initial interviews, documentation review and an examination of the scene and equipment conducted.

"The ride had an up-to-date operating permit and Silver Dollar City is fully cooperating with the investigation," officials with the division tweeted. "No determination has been made about the cause of the derailment at this time.

"Investigators will return at a later date to continue investigation with an engineering firm."

The Frisco Silver Dollar Line Steam Train is temporarily closed, according to SilverDollarCity.com. The 20-minute train ride includes a mock robbery.

The financial impact of the derailment is unknown, as an SDC official did not respond to a request for additional details by deadline.