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Avalanche Derails Train on Switzerland’s FrutigenBrig Line, Injuring Several

Swiss Federal Railways expects the GoppensteinBrig section to remain closed at least through Tuesday.

Overview

  • The train derailed around 07:00 between Goppenstein and Brig in the canton of Valais, according to cantonal police.
  • Swiss Federal Railways said an avalanche caused the derailment.
  • Police reported several injuries from the incident.
  • Rail traffic on the affected section is suspended with disruptions expected at least until tomorrow, the operator said.
  • Local reporting placed the site near Hohtenn and estimated about 80 passengers were on board.