Feb 20 • 18:54 UTC 🇦🇷 Argentina La Nacion (ES)

Anniversaries of February 22

This article highlights significant events that took place on February 22, including the 14th anniversary of the Once train tragedy.

The article discusses the anniversaries occurring on February 22, emphasizing the 14-year remembrance of the Once train tragedy from 2012, which resulted in the deaths of 52 people and injured over 700. This catastrophic event took place at 8:33 AM when a train from the Sarmiento line collided with a bumper at Once terminal station. The train failed to stop, leading to this tragic accident.

In the aftermath, a judicial investigation turned into a high-profile case in which 21 individuals were held accountable, including two former transportation officials. The investigation revealed issues such as poor maintenance of the train and negligent handling of transportation safety, leading to charges of fraudulent administration and culpable disaster. This incident not only highlighted significant flaws in Argentina's transportation protocols but also sparked discussions on safety regulations and standards.

The remembrance serves as a solemn reminder of the impact this tragedy had on families and communities, as well as on the broader transportation system in Argentina. The Once train tragedy remains a pivotal case history in the country, underscoring the importance of vigilance in public transportation to ensure passengers' safety and prevent similar disasters from occurring in the future.

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