A tragic incident unfolded in northwestern Russia on Monday as a freight train collided with a tourist bus, resulting in the death of one person and injuries to at least 11 others.
The accident occurred at around 03:00 GMT near the city of Saint Petersburg. According to official reports, the passenger bus became stranded on a level crossing and was unable to move before being struck by the fast-approaching train.
Emergency services swiftly responded to the scene, transporting the injured victims to nearby hospitals. Investigations are currently underway to determine the exact cause of the accident and why the bus was stuck on the tracks at such a critical moment.
Authorities have urged drivers to exercise extreme caution at level crossings and to strictly adhere to traffic signals to prevent further tragedies.
Source: Daily Post
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