Tram collision in Strasbourg injures dozens, rescue operation underway
A firefighter is assisted by police officers to transport an injured person on a strechter outside the Strasbourg railway station following a collision of two trams, in Strasbourg, France, Jan. 11, 2025. (AFP Photo)
A head-on collision between two trams in Strasbourg, France, has left at least 30 people injured, with some in serious condition. The crash occurred after one of the trams reportedly switched tracks and collided with a stationary tram at Strasbourg station.
According to French publication Actu17, 5 people are in critical condition.
Footage shared on social media shows passengers frantically breaking train doors to help those trapped inside.
A large-scale rescue operation is currently underway, with local authorities confirming that all passengers were evacuated and the injured transported to nearby hospitals.
Meanwhile, railway traffic has been halted, and an investigation has been launched to determine whether a signaling error or technical malfunction caused the accident.
Concerns over casualties remain as emergency crews work at the scene.
More to follow…
