Two passenger trains have crashed after derailing within the southern English metropolis of Salisbury, and several other folks have been injured, officers mentioned on Sunday.
Network Rail mentioned the rear carriage of a passenger practice derailed after hitting an object because it approached Salisbury station, about 70 miles (113 km) south-west of London. Due to the derailment, all indicators within the space got here to a standstill and one other practice derailed.
Network Rail mentioned there have been studies of accidents and emergency providers have been on web site with the railway’s first responders.
We are at the moment on the scene of a practice accident involving two trains between Andover and Salisbury.
We are responding with a fireplace and ambulance service on web site close to London Road, Salisbury.
Will replace as we’ve extra info. pic.twitter.com/1y3x1p1dkB
— Wiltshire Police (@wiltshirepolice) 31 October 2021
British Transport Police mentioned there have been no casualties. The police drive mentioned a number of folks have been injured within the accident, however didn’t give particulars.
The Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service mentioned about 50 firefighters arrived on the scene.
️ Statement on tonight’s occasion, with @GWRHelp And @SW_Help : pic.twitter.com/JxfMqaWUCu
— Network Rail Wessex (@NetworkRailWssx) 31 October 2021
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British media reported that every one the passengers and a driver who have been trapped in his cab had been evacuated, and the accidents have been believed to be minor.
Transportation Secretary Grant Shapps tweeted that the derailment and accident can be investigated.
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With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
