Two severely injured as train derails in southeast England
Footage showed at least three overturned carriages and paramedics at the scene after the train, carrying 150 people, derailed.
On Thursday, a Southern Rail train derailed near the southeast English town of Lewes, leaving two severely injured passengers. Somewhere around 150 individuals were onboard the train that departed from London Victoria station and derailed shortly before 4:00 pm (1500 GMT). Footage from the scene revealed at least three carriages overturned, and paramedics were present on the scene.
Initial reports indicate that 20 people were taken to the hospital, with two categorized as having severe injuries and taken to a major trauma centre. The cause of the incident remains unknown. A major incident has been declared, but all passengers have been safely evacuated. Network Rail's route director for Sussex, Lucy McAuliffe, stated that they are collaborating with the Rail Accident Investigation Branch to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the accident.
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