A train collision in Egypt’s Giza governorate has killed seven people and injured 112 others, according to the latest figures released by the Ministry of Health and Population on Sunday, November 8.
The accident happened in the El-Ayyat district, south of Cairo. A passenger train travelling from Giza towards Fayoum struck the rear of another train heading from Cairo to Aswan. Several carriages were derailed during the collision.
Emergency services were sent to the scene to help passengers and transport the injured to nearby hospitals. Medical teams in Giza and surrounding areas were placed on alert to provide treatment. Authorities said 45 injured passengers had already been discharged after their conditions improved.
The railway authority also sent emergency teams and heavy equipment to clear the damaged carriages and restore services along the affected route. The disruption affected an important railway connection between Cairo and southern parts of the country.
The accident has renewed attention on railway safety and the need for effective maintenance and monitoring. Authorities are expected to examine how the collision happened and whether any failures contributed to the incident.
Egyptian officials have said that those responsible for negligence should be held accountable. The investigation will help determine the exact circumstances of the crash and what steps may be needed to prevent similar accidents.
