23 Oct 2023 | 02:17 PM UTC
Bangladesh: Train crash in Bhairab, Oct. 23
A passenger and freight train collided in Bhairab, Bangladesh, Oct. 23. At least 17 people were killed. Rail disruptions ongoing.
Event
Emergency services are responding to a train crash in Bhairab, Oct. 23. A freight train reportedly collided with an Egarosindhur Express passenger train at approximately 15:30. The passenger train was traveling from Kishoreganj to Dhaka. The freight train was traveling from Chattogram to Dhaka. At least 17 people have been killed and 100 injured. Rail services are suspended in the area. Routes connecting Dhaka, Chattogram, Kishoreganj, and Sylhet are impacted. Officials will likely provide updates in the coming hours.
Emergency responders will almost certainly remain on the scene in the coming hours. Disruptions to passenger and freight rail traffic along the impacted lines are likely through Oct. 23 and may persist through Oct. 24. Increased demand for alternative forms of transport is likely.
Advice
Avoid the affected area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the incident site. Allow for additional transport time if operating in area. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
