Deaths and Injuries in Egypt Train Collision
The Egyptian Ministry of Health announced the death of seven people and the injury of 112 others in a train collision on the Cairo-Aswan agricultural road in the Al-Ayyat area, south of Giza Governorate, Egypt.
The Ministry clarified that the injuries ranged from various bruises and abrasions, which were the most common, to fractures of the limbs, pelvis, and vertebrae, lacerations to the head and face, and chest and rib contusions. All the injured underwent the necessary scans and examinations upon their arrival and received the required medical care according to their individual conditions.
It noted that 45 of the injured have been discharged from hospitals after their health improved and they received the necessary treatment, while another 7 are expected to be discharged soon. The remaining injured continue to receive treatment under medical observation.
In a related matter, President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi ordered the authorities to provide the necessary care for the injured and to hold those responsible for the accident, which occurred at the Gerza village junction in Al-Ayyat, accountable.
He added, "I have directed state agencies to provide the necessary medical care, expedite the investigation into the circumstances of the accident, and hold accountable anyone whose negligence is proven."
Source: Egyptian Ministry of Health - Facebook
