Seven Dead, Over 100 Injured in Train Collision South of Cairo
CAIRO, Egypt — A train collision in the al-Ayyat district of Giza province on Sunday resulted in seven fatalities and more than 100 injuries, according to the Chief Prosecutor's office.
The incident occurred around 2:41 p.m. when a train en route to Fayoum struck the rear of a stationary train headed for Aswan. The collision was confirmed by the Transportation Ministry, which noted that both trains were on the same track and traveling in the same direction.
Local emergency responders were dispatched to the scene, where they reported extricating passengers trapped in the wreckage. Witnesses indicated that around 80 injured individuals were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Authorities confirmed that the train's conductor was among the deceased. Investigators have since arrived at the site to assess the situation and determine the cause of the accident.
Emergency crews, including cranes, are working to clear debris and restore normal train service, as stated by the Egyptian Railway Authority.
President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi has called for a prompt investigation into the incident. Train accidents have been frequent in Egypt, attributed to systemic issues in railway management and infrastructure.