Train Carrying Corn Derails After Hitting Sugarcane Truck in Araraquara

Overview

• The collision occurred Thursday at a level crossing near the Aparecidinha area by Estação do Ouro in Araraquara, São Paulo.
• Fifteen wagons toppled, corn spilled across the site, and sections of rail were visibly twisted.
• The impact dragged the truck about 200 meters, and no injuries were reported in the derailment.
• Rumo Logística crews are removing wagons and assessing damage as operations on the affected stretch remain disrupted.
• Causes are under investigation, and a separate morning incident left a Rumo employee with minor injuries after being struck by a train.