Deadly Test Train Collision Claims 11 Lives in Southwest China
A devastating incident unfolded in China's southwestern Yunnan province, where a test train tragically collided with railway workers, resulting in 11 fatalities and two injuries. The accident occurred early Thursday morning at Luoyangzhen Station in Kunming, the provincial capital.
Incident Details and Response
State media, including CCTV, reported that test train No. 55537, specifically designed for testing seismic equipment, struck construction personnel who were entering the railway line on a curve. The impact led to the immediate activation of emergency response protocols by both railway and local government authorities.
Rescue operations were swiftly initiated, and the two injured individuals are currently receiving urgent medical care. Following the tragic event, station operations have reportedly resumed.
Condolences and Ongoing Investigation
The Kunming railway authority issued a statement via social media, extending heartfelt condolences to the victims and their grieving families. An official investigation into the precise cause and circumstances surrounding this fatal collision is actively underway.