In the morning of Monday, October 16, a regional train derailed in southern Switzerland, near the town of Goppenstein, resulting in five injuries. Over 20 passengers had to be evacuated from the train, which was involved in a serious accident occurring under a high avalanche alert, rated four out of five. According to initial police reports, a potential avalanche may have crossed the tracks shortly before the train's passage.

At the time of the incident, around 7 AM local time, there were 29 people aboard the train. The police reported that five individuals were injured in the derailment, with one requiring hospitalization. The rescue efforts were swift, and the remaining passengers were led to safety amid challenging weather conditions, as a strong snowstorm was prevailing in the village situated at an altitude of 1,216 meters. A journalist from the AFP noted that the train was not immediately visible due to the heavy snow.

In light of the accident, local authorities have initiated an investigation to ascertain the exact circumstances. The implications of such incidents during peak winter conditions raise concerns about the safety measures in place for rail transport in mountainous regions like this one, particularly under extreme weather alerts for avalanches.