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Train collision in Egypt's Giza kills four, wounds 88 others
A passenger train travelling from Giza to Fayoum collided with another service on the Cairo-Aswan route in Egypt, leaving four people dead and 88 others injured. Emergency responders rushed to the scene to assist the casualties.
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Egyptian authorities said the collision occurred when a northbound train heading from Giza to Fayoum struck the rear of a southbound service travelling from Cairo to Aswan. The impact resulted in multiple casualties, with initial reports indicating at least four fatalities and dozens of people requiring medical treatment.
Emergency services deployed to the accident site to aid the injured passengers. Medical personnel transported the wounded to nearby hospitals for treatment of injuries ranging from minor to severe.
The incident marks another tragedy on Egypt's rail network, which has experienced numerous accidents in recent years. Transport authorities said they would investigate the circumstances leading to the collision as part of a standard inquiry into railway incidents.
No immediate statement was provided regarding potential causes, though preliminary investigations were underway at the time of reporting. Officials urged affected families to contact local hospitals for information about casualties.