Parts of a train entering Mendota on Thursday night became derailed, toppling three cars onto their sides.

Authorities said that eight cars, all carrying sand, left the tracks about 8:25 p.m. just east of the crossing located on First Avenue. These cars were not located on the main lines.

No injuries were reported, and rail workers were able to move the remaining cars from the scene. It also was determined that no hazmat situation was needed.

Hultcher Services Inc. is assisting in the removal and cleanup process, and the First Avenue crossing will be closed until further notice.

At this time, no cause for the derailment has been released.