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Bus collides with stationary train at French Channel Tunnel entrance
A bus struck a stopped train near the Channel Tunnel's French terminal on Monday, leaving 19 people injured. Two victims were airlifted to hospital by helicopter, though officials said no fatalities were reported.
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The collision occurred at the transport hub serving the Channel Tunnel, one of Europe's busiest cross-border transit points. Emergency services responded swiftly to the incident, with helicopter crews evacuating the two most seriously injured passengers to nearby medical facilities.
Authorities confirmed that 19 people sustained injuries in the accident, ranging from minor to severe. The two patients airlifted by helicopter were described as being in critical condition, though medical personnel indicated their injuries were not believed to be life-threatening.
Investigators are examining the circumstances that led to the bus striking the stationary train. The incident prompted a response from local emergency services and transport authorities, who are working to determine contributing factors.
The Channel Tunnel, which connects France and the United Kingdom beneath the English Channel, handles hundreds of thousands of passengers and vehicles weekly. Officials have not yet indicated whether the collision will impact rail or bus services operating through the facility.