Tunisia: Train crash reported in Tunis, morning March 21

Event

Emergency crews are responding after two trains collided near the Jebel Jelloud train station in Tunis March 21. Reports indicate at least 65 people were injured in the incident. Authorities did not immediately confirm the cause of the crash.

A heightened security presence and lingering disruptions to rail services and vehicle traffic are likely in the area through at least late March 21.

Advice

Reconfirm rail service availability if traveling in the affected area. Allow extra time for travel; consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area.