Croatia: Train collision kills at least six and injures several others in Rajic, Sisak-Moslavina County, Sept. 9

Event

A passenger train collided with a freight train in Rajic, Sisak-Moslavina County, Slavonia Region, Sept. 9, killing at least six people and injuring several others. Emergency responders have deployed to the scene of the incident. The cause of the collision has not yet been confirmed.

An increased emergency response presence is almost certain as authorities continue their investigation. Lingering disruptions to rail services and vehicular traffic are likely in the vicinity of the crash through early Sept. 10.

Advice

Reconfirm train reservations if scheduled to travel by rail through the affected area and allow extra time for travel on roads near the incident site in the short term. Confirm rail shipments and plan for shipping delays. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the immediate vicinity of the crash.