French High-Speed Train Collides with Truck, 1 Dead, 27 Injured
A TGV train collided with a truck on a level crossing in northern France early this morning, resulting in one fatality and 27 injuries. The incident has halted rail services and prompted the transport minister to visit the site, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in rail transport.
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AFP reported that the accident occurred around 7 a.m. local time (5 a.m. GMT) on a level crossing between the towns of Bethune and Lens in Pas-de-Calais department, northern France, according to the French National Railway Company (SNCF).
French Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot said on social platform X that "I am heading to the scene with SNCF CEO Jean Castex."
Reuters quoted a union official as saying that the TGV train hit a military truck.
SNCF stated that rail services between Bethune and Lens will be suspended at least until tonight.
Major accidents on high-speed railways are rarer than on conventional railways in France. (Compiled by Yang Zhaoyan) 1150407
French Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot said on social platform X that "I am heading to the scene with SNCF CEO Jean Castex."
Reuters quoted a union official as saying that the TGV train hit a military truck.
SNCF stated that rail services between Bethune and Lens will be suspended at least until tonight.
Major accidents on high-speed railways are rarer than on conventional railways in France. (Compiled by Yang Zhaoyan) 1150407