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Train derails in southern Mexico, killing at least 13 and injuring dozens

Train derails in southern Mexico, killing at least 13 and injuring dozens

Summary

A train accident in southern Mexico resulted in the death of at least 13 people and injured dozens more. The train, part of the Interoceanic Train line, derailed near the town of Nizanda, affecting a route between Oaxaca and Veracruz. Mexican officials are providing assistance to those affected, and the train service is part of an infrastructure project aiming to enhance trade connectivity across the country.

Key Facts

  • A train derailment in southern Mexico killed at least 13 people.
  • The accident injured 98 people, with five reported as seriously hurt.
  • The train went off the rails near Nizanda, impacting the line linking the Pacific Ocean and Gulf of Mexico.
  • The Mexican Navy and various government agencies are assisting victims and families.
  • The train, inaugurated in 2023, is part of efforts to improve infrastructure in southern Mexico.
  • The Interoceanic Train is intended to bolster international trade by connecting ports on the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
  • There were 241 passengers and nine crew members aboard at the time of the crash.
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