France: About 20 injured in train derailment
The train derailed between Rouen and Caen in Normandy, northwest France, on Friday evening. France's transport minister cautioned that the casualty toll was "provisional."
On Friday evening, a train derailed near Cleon, a town in Normandy, northwest France, according to the French transport minister. The incident occurred around 7:54 p.m. local time, with 20 people reportedly injured. The minister emphasized that the 20 injuries were a provisional count. The train, carrying 180 passengers, was involved in the derailment.
Around 140 firefighters were present at the scene. Local authorities have advised the public to stay away from the area. The French rail network operator, SNCF Reseau, stated that all traffic on the line had been halted. The primary focus is on attending to the passengers and then restoring safe operating conditions. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation.
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