In a shocking and tragic accident, reports indicate that at least 230 people have died and nearly 1000 have been injured as a result of a train derailment and collision. The numbers are increasing every hour, and since there is no official information yet, the accident appears to be extremely heartbreaking, to say the least.
The incident, involving two passenger trains and one freight train, occurred today in Odisha. One train collided with the derailed coaches of another, leading to a crash involving multiple coaches.
Survivors have described the scene as limbs were scattered and people trapped under the derailed coaches.
Heartbreaking videos are being shared on social media, showing local residents gathering at hospitals to voluntarily donate blood for those in need.
Our thoughts are with the families affected by this devastating accident.
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The death toll in the three-train crash accident in Odisha's Balasore has risen to 70, PTI reported in the latest update on the tragedy. #Odisha #TRAIN pic.twitter.com/744qwg509T
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