Major Train Accident in Germany: 3 Dead as Passenger Train Derails Amid Heavy Rain and Storms

A major train accident has occurred in southern Germany, resulting in the deaths of at least three people and leaving several others seriously injured. The passenger train derailed near Riedlingen, approximately 158 kilometers (98 miles) west of Munich.

Authorities suspect that heavy rain and stormy weather may have contributed to the accident, although the exact cause is still under investigation, according to local police.

🇩🇪 Four people have been killed and several others injured after a passenger train derailed near #Riedlingen, southwest Germany.#Germany#Europe#Train#Derailpic.twitter.com/eORyHCOClW

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Images from the scene show several train coaches overturned, with rescue teams working urgently to evacuate and assist trapped passengers. The severity of the crash is evident from the wreckage.

So far, officials have confirmed three fatalities. The exact number of injured passengers has not yet been disclosed.