"An avalanche near Goppenstein in southern Switzerland derailed a regional passenger train on Monday, February 16, marking the second avalanche at Goppenstein in five days, after an avalanche hit a road tunnel on February 12, which cut off the Lötschental from the rest of Switzerland for the day until crews had cleared the access road. The train, carrying approximately 80 passengers, was struck by a snow slide as it traveled through the Lötschental valley-a steep, avalanche-prone region known for heavy snowfall and dramatic terrain."
"Rescue crews, railway officials, and cantonal police quickly mobilized to secure the site and assist passengers. Initial reports indicate that the train did not overturn, but at least one carriage was partially derailed. Emergency personnel evacuated passengers and assessed for injuries. Police have not yet confirmed the full extent of injuries, but early indications suggest that most passengers were able to leave the train safely."
An avalanche near Goppenstein derailed a regional passenger train on February 16, the second avalanche in the area within five days. The train carried about 80 passengers and was struck by a snow slide while traveling through the Lötschental valley, pushing part of the train off the tracks and partially derailing one carriage. Rescue crews, railway officials, and cantonal police secured the site, evacuated passengers, and assessed injuries. Early indications suggest most passengers left the train safely, though police have not confirmed the full extent of injuries. Rail traffic was suspended while crews stabilized the area and evaluated avalanche risk.
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