September 14th 2024.
Tragedy struck in Egypt's Nile Delta on Saturday when two passenger trains collided, resulting in the death of at least three people and injuring 29 others. The incident occurred in the city of Zagazig, which is the capital of Sharqiya province, according to the country's railway authority. Sadly, among the fatalities were two young children.
The health ministry of Egypt stated that a total of 40 individuals were injured in the collision, highlighting the severity of the accident. Unfortunately, train derailments and crashes are not uncommon in Egypt, where an aging railway system has been plagued by mismanagement. The country's efforts to improve its railways have been ongoing, with initiatives announced in recent years.
Back in 2018, President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi emphasized the need for 250 billion Egyptian pounds to properly overhaul the neglected rail network in North Africa. Despite these efforts, incidents like the one in Zagazig continue to occur. Video footage from the scene showed the aftermath of the crash, with a train car crushed by the impact and surrounded by a large crowd.
In a desperate attempt to help the injured, men could be seen trying to lift them out through the windows of a passenger car. This heartbreaking scene is a reminder of the danger that comes with using an outdated railway system. Just last month, another tragic incident took place in the Mediterranean province of Alexandria when a train collided with a truck crossing the tracks, claiming the lives of two individuals.
As the nation mourns the loss of innocent lives and prays for the speedy recovery of the injured, it is evident that more needs to be done to ensure the safety of passengers using Egypt's railways. Let us hope that the government's efforts to improve the system will bring about much-needed changes and prevent similar tragedies from happening in the future.
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