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Léman-Express Hits Herd Near Annecy, Service Restored Early Friday

Authorities are probing how the grazing cattle accessed the line near Évires.

Overview

  • The collision occurred around 7 p.m. on October 23 about one kilometre from Évires station toward Groisy in Haute-Savoie.
  • Fifteen cows were struck, with fourteen dying at the scene and a veterinarian euthanizing one injured heifer.
  • Roughly fifty passengers and the driver were unhurt, though the train sustained significant material damage.
  • SNCF suspended traffic between Annecy and La Roche-sur-Foron, arranged alternative transport and hotel stays, and informed users via station displays, SMS and social networks.
  • Rail service resumed around 1 p.m. on Friday, according to local reporting, after overnight recovery and inspection work.