The incident occurred when seven carriages of train No. 1935, traveling from Marsa Matrouh to Alexandria, derailed between Fouka and Galal stations due to track subsidence.
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- Three people died and 103 were injured after a train derailed in Marsa Matrouh Governorate. 8s
- Seven carriages derailed between Fuka and Galal stations, with two overturning. 18s
- Over 50 ambulances responded and hospitals were placed on high alert. 29s
- A technical committee was formed to investigate the cause of the derailment. 47s
- The incident comes amid concerns over rail safety, with 220 rail accidents reported in 2024. 1m 13s