Avalanche derails Swiss train: 80 passengers on board; casualties feared - The Times of India
A passenger train in Switzerland was thrown off its tracks after a powerful avalanche struck a railway line in the Alpine region. Around 80 people were reportedly on board at the time of the incident. Emergency teams rushed to the scene to begin rescue operations amid difficult weather and snow-covered terrain. Authorities fear there may be injuries, though the exact number of casualties has not yet been officially confirmed. The avalanche is believed to have been triggered by unstable snow conditions following recent heavy snowfall in the area. Train services in the affected region were suspended as rescue workers secured the site and assessed the damage. Swiss officials have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the derailment and to evaluate railway safety measures during extreme winter weather. Updates are expected as search and recovery efforts continue in the mountainous zone.
The Key points
- Avalanche struck a passenger train in Switzerland.
- Around 80 passengers were on board.
- Incident occurred in a snow-covered Alpine region.
- Emergency crews responded immediately.
- Casualties are feared but not confirmed.
- Heavy snowfall likely triggered unstable conditions.
- Train services in the area were suspended.
- Rescue operations faced harsh weather challenges.
- Authorities launched an official investigation.
- Safety measures during extreme winter conditions under review.
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