A freight train derailed early Sunday after a bridge suddenly collapsed in Russia's Kursk region, sparking a fiery emergency scene. Acting Governor Alexander Khinshtein confirmed the incident occurred along the Trosna-Kalinovka highway, where part of the train plunged onto the road below. The locomotive caught fire, leaving one driver injured. 🔥
Emergency crews rushed to the 48-kilometer mark of the highway, where debris and twisted metal now block the route. Khinshtein described the collapse as "unexpected," with authorities still investigating the cause. No other injuries have been reported, but the disruption is expected to impact regional transport networks. 🚧
Local officials urged drivers to avoid the area while cleanup efforts continue. The incident highlights growing concerns about aging infrastructure in remote regions—a topic trending among young activists and engineers on social media. 💬
