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Tram derails in Milan, leaving one dead and dozens injured

Tram derails in Milan, leaving one dead and dozens injured

Summary

A tram derailed in Milan, Italy, killing one person and injuring 39 others. The tram hit a building, with most injuries occurring to passengers on board. Emergency services are treating the injured on the scene, but the cause of the accident is still unknown.

Key Facts

  • The tram derailed in Milan at around 4:00 PM local time.
  • One person died after being hit by the tram.
  • 39 people were injured, with some injuries being serious.
  • The tram crashed into the side of a building.
  • Reports suggest the tram took a sharp corner too quickly.
  • Civil protection teams have set up a tent to assist the injured.
  • Milan's mayor and city officials are at the accident scene.
  • The exact cause of the derailment is not yet known.

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