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A tragic train derailment in southern Mexico’s Oaxaca state has killed 13 people and injured 98 others. The Interoceanic Train, carrying 241 passengers and 9 crew members, derailed near Nizanda town, halting rail traffic. Rescue teams and federal authorities rushed to assist victims, while investigations are underway to determine the cause.
Oaxaca Interoceanic Train Accident Leaves 98 Wounded
Oaxaca: An Interoceanic train derailed on Sunday in the state of Oaxaca in southern Mexico. At least 13 people were killed and 98 injured in the accident. The train was carrying approximately 241 passengers and 9 crew members at the time. The accident occurred on a curve near the town of Nizanda, in a rural area. Rescue and relief teams arrived at the scene immediately after the derailment.
According to the Mexican Navy, 193 passengers are safe, while 98 were injured. Of the injured, 36 were hospitalized in serious condition. President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed that five of the injured are in critical condition. Local hospitals have been placed on alert for emergencies.
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President Sheinbaum stated in a social media post that senior federal officials have arrived at the accident site and are assisting with relief efforts and supporting the families of the deceased. Oaxaca Governor Salomón Jara Cruz expressed his condolences for the incident, calling it a tragedy for the state. He said that local authorities and federal agencies are working together to assist the affected families.
The Mexican Attorney General's Office has launched an investigation into the accident. Attorney General Ernestina Godoy Ramos stated on Twitter that the main objective of the investigation is to determine the cause of the accident and identify those responsible.
The Interoceanic Train is a key component of Mexico's ambitious Interoceanic Corridor project. The service was inaugurated in 2023 by then-President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. Its aim is to modernize transportation across the narrow Isthmus of Tehuantepec and improve connectivity between the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico.
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This rail project plays a crucial role in developing infrastructure and a strategic corridor for international trade in Mexico's southern region. The project aims to connect the Pacific and Atlantic oceans through ports and rail lines.
Following the accident, rail traffic on the route has been suspended, and rescue operations are underway. Officials said that all the injured are being provided with appropriate medical care as quickly as possible.
