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Belgian level crossing tragedy: train strikes school bus, four dead
europe16 hours ago

Belgian level crossing tragedy: train strikes school bus, four dead

Four people were killed and several others injured when a train collided with a school minibus at a level crossing in Buggenhout, Belgium. The bus carried seven children, a supervisor, and a driver; some children were hospitalized in critical condition but later stabilized. Investigators are examining why the crossing barrier and red signal were not functioning at the time. Deputy PM Maxime Prevot confirmed the toll, and EU leaders expressed condolences.

Work-vehicle crash at Metro Center injures 11; delays continue
transportation1 month ago

Work-vehicle crash at Metro Center injures 11; delays continue

An overnight collision at Metro Center where a work vehicle on the Silver Line hit a stationary train injured 11 people with non-life-threatening injuries. The NTSB is investigating; Metro says no signs of foul play or infrastructure issues. Expect significant delays on the Orange and Blue Lines with single-track service between McPherson Square and Smithsonian. Silver Line trains run between Ashburn and Clarendon. Riders heading to New Carrollton or Downtown Largo should use the Orange Line.

Clue-Seeking Photographer Triggers Media Firestorm After Spain Train Crash
world4 months ago

Clue-Seeking Photographer Triggers Media Firestorm After Spain Train Crash

New York Times photographer Finnbarr O'Reilly rushed to the Spain train crash scene, photographed from multiple angles, and found a large bogie fragment outside the cordoned area—a clue that sparked a national media firestorm and raised questions about the investigation; CIAF's preliminary report suggests the rail fracture may have occurred before the derailment.

Quad-bike hero ferries rescuers through Spain train crash aftermath
world4 months ago

Quad-bike hero ferries rescuers through Spain train crash aftermath

A lottery-ticket seller in Adamuz, southern Spain, became an improvised first responder after a high-speed train derailed and collided with another train, killing at least 41 people. He used his quad bike to shuttle firefighters, paramedics and injured passengers through rugged terrain for hours, helping responders reach those trapped and move them to safety until about 2am, as the town rallied to support victims and authorities opened investigations into the crash’s causes.

Derailment Triggers Deadly Collision on Spain’s Rail Lines
world4 months ago

Derailment Triggers Deadly Collision on Spain’s Rail Lines

Two trains collided on parallel tracks in southern Spain after a northbound Iryo train derailed in Adamuz and struck a southbound Renfe train, killing at least 40 people and injuring dozens; about 300 passengers were aboard the Iryo train. Investigators are examining whether a track defect contributed, with officials suspending much of the Madrid–south rail network. Officials described the aftermath as chaotic, and the crash marks Spain’s deadliest rail disaster since 2013.

Adamuz Grapples with Spain’s Deadliest Rail Crash in Years
world4 months ago

Adamuz Grapples with Spain’s Deadliest Rail Crash in Years

Two high‑speed trains collided near Adamuz in Andalusia, Spain, on Sunday night, killing at least 39 and seriously injuring 12 as investigators assess the disaster. The crash disrupted a rural area, with the local hall serving as an emergency centre where injured were taken, and residents and officials providing blankets, food and support. Guardia Civil offices were opened for relatives to seek information, and the community rallied to aid victims of the Iryo Málaga–Madrid and Renfe Madrid–Huelva services.