Two Train Collision in South Africa, 130 People Injured

Two Train Collision in South Africa, 130 People Injured

Two Train Collision in South Africa, 130 People Injured - Two trains collided in the region of Durban, South Africa. Reportedly there are about 130 passengers who were injured.

This information is conveyed the local medical services as reported by AFP on Friday (24/06/2016). There were no fatalities in this incident. The two train collisions occur at Lamontville city area on the outskirts of Durban, South Africa, on Thursday (23/6) afternoon. A large number of victims of moderate and minor injuries.

"128 people were evacuated from the scene, and 80 people were immediately transported to the hospital," said a spokesman for Emergency Department ER24 Werner Vermaak told AFP.

None of the injured are in critical condition. The cause of the accident is yet unknown. Local officials still prioritize the handling of victims and evacuate the train.