Early Sunday, a dramatic incident unfolded in the Zheleznogorsk district of Russia's Kursk region when a bridge collapsed at the 48-kilometer mark of the Trosna-Kalinovka highway. The collapse sent a freight train careening off track, with part of it tumbling onto the road below.
According to acting governor Alexander Khinshtein, the situation escalated when the locomotive caught fire, creating an intense scene that demanded immediate action. Emergency services rushed to the scene, and one locomotive driver sustained injuries during the chaos. 🚨🔥
This incident highlights the challenges of maintaining vital infrastructure and the importance of swift emergency responses. Stay informed with our fresh insights and updates as events unfold around the globe!
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Bridge collapses in Russia's Kursk region, derails freight train
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