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Dozens Injured in Head-On Train Collision in Eastern Slovakia

Officials say human error at a single-track merge is a likely cause under investigation.

Overview

  • The crash occurred shortly after 10 a.m. local time near Jablonov nad Turnou, close to Rožňava.
  • About 80 passengers were on the two high-speed commuter trains when they collided in front of a tunnel.
  • Interior Minister Matúš Šutaj Eštok said two people are in critical condition and most other injuries are minor.
  • Rescue operations deployed helicopters, ambulances and firefighters, and regional hospitals activated trauma plans.
  • Photos from the scene show a derailed locomotive and severe front-end damage as authorities secure the site and begin recovery.