Feb 27 โ€ข 16:18 UTC ๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Finland Yle Uutiset

Tram derailed in Milan โ€“ one dead, dozens injured

At least one person has died and dozens have been injured after a tram derailed in Milan.

A tragic incident occurred in Milan when a tram derailed on Vittorio Veneto street, resulting in at least one fatality and many injuries. According to reports from various news outlets, the number of injured people fluctuates, with some sources, like AFP, estimating around 20 injuries while others, including La Repubblica and Ansa, citing as many as 39 individuals hurt in the accident. Eyewitness accounts describe a loud noise just before the derailment, leading to panic among the passengers. One witness compared the sound to that of an earthquake, stating that they ended up on the floor along with other riders during the chaos. Although the tram was traveling from Piazza Repubblica towards Porta Venezia at the time of the accident, the cause of the derailment remains unknown, prompting further investigations to uncover the circumstances that led to this disturbing event. As details emerge and more information becomes available, local authorities and rescue services are responding to the scene. This incident not only raises concerns about public transport safety in Milan but also impacts the community as it mourns the loss of life and the injuries sustained by the passengers. The investigation may lead to a broader discussion about tram safety regulations and maintenance protocols to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.

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