Five injured as Swiss train derails in heavy snow
Summary
A train in southern Switzerland went off the tracks near the village of Goppenstein, injuring five people. The derailment possibly resulted from an avalanche, and one of the injured was taken to a hospital. Switzerland's Alps currently face high avalanche risks due to heavy snow and rain.Key Facts
- A train derailed in Goppenstein, Switzerland, injuring five people.
- The incident happened at around 07:00 local time.
- One injured person was taken to the hospital.
- An avalanche may have crossed the tracks, causing the derailment.
- Switzerland's Alps have a high avalanche risk due to recent heavy snow and rain.
- Authorities have issued avalanche warnings and instructed skiers to stay on marked paths.
- The public prosecutor's office has launched an investigation into the derailment.
- Heavy snow also caused 50 people to be evacuated from Orsieres, near the French border.
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