A chaotic scene unfolded on Indonesia’s main island of Java today as two trains collided, leaving multiple carriages overturned and rescue teams scrambling. 🚑 The incident occurred when a long-distance train from Surabaya struck a West Java commuter train near Bandung during morning rush hour.
Footage from the scene shows twisted metal and debris littering the tracks as first responders work to free passengers. Local police confirmed ‘ambulances are transporting the injured to nearby hospitals’, though the exact number of casualties remains unclear.
On the Ground: Race Against Time
Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the collision. Java’s railway network – one of the world’s busiest – serves over 1 million daily commuters. 🚄 This accident comes just weeks after transportation officials pledged to modernize aging rail infrastructure.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops. Our thoughts are with all affected passengers and families. 💙
