Train collision near Machu Picchu kills one and injures about 20

Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera
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The crash involved two trains on a single track linking Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu, with emergency services responding in a remote area.
Train collision near Machu Picchu kills one and injures about 20
A What happened
Two trains collided head-on on the railway servicing Machu Picchu, killing at least one person and injuring about 20 in serious condition. The crash happened on the single track between Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site attracting thousands of daily visitors. Emergency teams including a dozen ambulances were deployed to the remote crash site, which lacks direct road access. The incident impacts tourism and transport safety in the region.

Takeaways

The collision highlights the risks of operating trains on single-track lines in remote areas with high tourist traffic, underscoring the need for safety measures.

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