Fire and ambulance personnel are currently on the scene close to the Lougheed Highway.
The city of Port Coquitlam confirmed that fire crews were attempting to tackle the aggressive flames.
They tweeted: “We can confirm City Fire crews are on the scene of a fire at CP rail yards. Fire Chief Nick Delmonico will be on scene to speak to media shortly. More information will be provided as soon as details are confirmed.
“Tanker truck carrying ethanol gas hit a CN Rail Car which is the cause of the fire. We can report the driver and CP Rail crew are all safe. No injuries.
“Evacuating area 800 meter radius of the site. Confirmation from CN Rail there are no toxic materials being carried.”
More to follow…