Rabu, 12 Agustus 2020

'Serious injuries' after passenger train derails near Stonehaven during storms - BBC News

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"Serious injuries" have been reported after a passenger train derailed near Stonehaven in Aberdeenshire as storms caused disruption in Scotland.

The incident sparked a major response from emergency services, with about 30 vehicles - including air ambulance support - called to the scene.

Smoke can be seen coming from the area.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon described it as an "extremely serious incident" and said there were early reports of "serious injuries".

"All my thoughts are with those involved," she said.

Torrential rain and thunderstorms have caused flooding and travel disruption across many parts of central and eastern Scotland.

British Transport Police said its officers had been called to the scene of the derailment at about 09:43.

It said paramedics and the fire brigade were also in attendance.

A ScotRail spokesperson added: "We're assisting the emergency services with an incident near Stonehaven, and will provide more information when available."


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