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Mexican train hits double-decker bus in deadly crash

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Ten people were killed and at least 61 were injured in central Mexico when a freight train smashed into a double-decker passenger bus, which the train operator said had been attempting to pass in front of the moving train.

Breakdown
  • A freight train collided with a passenger bus in central Mexico, killing at least ten people.
  • The crash occurred in an industrial zone between Atlacomulco and Maravatio. 14s
  • CCTV footage showed the bus attempting to cross in front of the moving train. 26s
  • The railway operator expressed condolences and called for greater road safety at crossings. 39s
  • Mexican authorities report frequent deadly bus crashes and are considering expanding passenger rail routes. 52s
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