Train derailment in Normandy injures around 20 people
Quick Look
- A train derailed on Friday evening between Rouen and Caen in Normandy, France, injuring around 20 people.
- The incident occurred near Cleon at approximately 7:54 p.m. local time.
- French transport minister Philippe Tabarot confirmed 140 firefighters responded and SNCF Reseau suspended traffic on the line while investigations continue.
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Why It Matters
The train derailment occurred on a regional rail line between Rouen and Caen in Normandy, France, during Friday evening travel hours.
A train derailed on Friday evening on the route between the cities of Rouen and Caen in Normandy, northwest France, the French transport minister said.
Around 20 people were injured in the accident, which occurred near the town of Cleon at around 7:54 p.m. local time (17:54 UTC), Philippe Tabarot said on X.
The minister stressed that the toll was a "provisional count." The train was carrying 180 passengers when it derailed.
What else do we know about the train derailment?
Tabarot said 140 firefighters were at the scene.
Local authorities have urged the public to avoid the area.
The French rail network operator SNCF Reseau said traffic on the line had been suspended.
"The priority is to care for the passengers and then to restore safe operating conditions," SNCF Reseau said.
The cause of the accident is being investigated.
Edited by: Wesley Dockery
Open Questions
- What caused the train derailment?
- What is the extent of injuries among the passengers?
- When will rail service resume on the affected line?
