Dead in Southern Mexico Train Accident: 13+ Killed, 98 Injured
A train accident in southern Mexico has tragically resulted in the loss of at least 13 lives and left dozens injured, impacting traffic on a crucial railway connecting the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. The Interoceanic Train, which runs between Oaxaca and Veracruz, derailed near Nizanda, leading to this devastating incident. President Claudia Sheinbaum shared this heartbreaking news on X, confirming the fatalities and injuries, with efforts in place to provide support to the affected families. Governor Salomon Jara mentioned that various government agencies have mobilized to aid the injured individuals. Established in 2023 under former President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, the Interoceanic Train is part of a broader effort to enhance rail transportation in southern Mexico and develop infrastructure in the isthmus of Tehuantepec, aiming to create a vital trade corridor linking the two oceans. The train service extends from the port of Salina Cruz to Coatzacoalcos, covering approximately 180 miles.
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