Railcar carrying molasses explodes in Cannon Falls, Minnesota

CANNON FALLS, Minn. (FOX 9) - A railcar carrying molasses exploded in Cannon Falls, Minnesota Tuesday morning, leaving the city smelling faintly like sugar, according to reports. 

The explosion occurred around 7 a.m. at the Progressive Rail facility, the Cannon Falls Police Department said. No one was injured in the explosion, but a building was damaged. 

The contents of the railcar - molasses - were ejected in the explosion and covered the surrounding area.

Police said there does not appear to be any hazardous substances involved in the explosion. The incident remains under investigation. 

The railcar after the explosion. (Cannon Falls Police Department / FOX 9)