22 Jul 2021 | 10:58 AM UTC
Tanzania: Passenger train accident occurs in Kidete, Morogoro Region, July 22
Passenger train collides with a vehicle in Kidete, Morogoro Region, Tanzania July 22; at least one dead and 32 injured. Rail delays likely.
Event
A passenger train collided with a vehicle in Kidete, Morogoro Region, July 22. The collision has left one person dead and 32 injured. Part of the train has derailed. It is not clear when the track will be cleared.
Rail service disruptions are likely along the impacted line over the short term.
Advice
Reconfirm rail service availability if traveling along affected line. Allow extra time for travel; consider alternate modes of transport.
