In a late-night incident in northern Italy, a collision involving a high-speed train and a regional train resulted in at least 17 injuries. The accident occurred on the railway line connecting Bologna and Rimini.
From the collision accident
Key Details:
- Incident Type: Collision between a high-speed and a regional train.
- Location: Railway line between Bologna and Rimini, Northern Italy.
- Injuries: At least 17 people sustained minor injuries, primarily bruises.
- Train Operators: Both trains operated by Trenitalia, Italy’s national train company.
- Cause and Investigation: The collision occurred at very low speeds, with an investigation currently underway to determine the exact cause and any potential responsibilities.
- Damage: Images released by the fire department show the fronts of the trains collided, but the regional train’s front remained largely intact.
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Contextual Background:
This incident follows a series of railway accidents in Italy:
- In August, five railway workers were fatally hit by a train during nighttime maintenance on the Milan-Turin line.
- A 2020 accident near a southern Milan station resulted in two railway workers’ deaths and 31 passengers injured when a train derailed.
- A tragic derailment near Milan in January 2018 led to the deaths of three women and about 100 injuries, blamed on poor railway maintenance.
Matteo Salvini, Italy’s Minister of Transport and Deputy Prime Minister, has expressed his close monitoring of the situation, seeking detailed information on the incident and potential accountability.
These series of incidents raise questions about Italy’s railway safety standards and maintenance protocols, highlighting a need for stringent safety measures and regular maintenance checks to prevent future accidents.
