Train derails after crashing into stalled big rig in Louisiana

MER ROGUE, La. (KABC) -- A couple had their cellphone camera rolling when they drove up to a train crossing in Louisiana and noticed there was a big rig stalled on the tracks. What followed was the impact as the train smashed into the 18-wheeler.

Two of the train's engines and 17 train cars derailed in the crash. The driver of the stalled semi abandoned his rig and was not injured.

Union Pacific Railroad Co. officials said the conductor's injuries weren't considered life-threatening. They say the engineer suffered minor injuries.

The family filming the accident had to make a quick getaway after they were told one of the train cars was leaking a dangerous chemical gas.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.