The first information on the causes of the head-on collision that led to the fatal accident in Tempe. One train took a wrong turn, according to initial reports.
News24701 March 2023 07:28
The first information about what may have led to the fierce collision of the two trains in Tempe , which cost 36 people their lives, while another 85 were injured, is gradually becoming known, but remains to be confirmed.
Train collision in Tempi: Telephone communication with the President of EKAV of Thessaly G. Goulas
The Larissa Police Department was led by OSE Larissa Commander -in -Chief, during the shift of the two trains in Tempe, as ERT reported. SKAI reports at the same time report that the commander, about 60 years old, had assumed duties about a month ago. The authorities, as well as a representative of the Hellenic Train, also reportedly submit to the authorities. Based on the results of the preliminary investigation, the competent prosecutor will be informed, who will decide on their further treatment.
The President of the Engine Drivers on the Tempe train collision
At least 36 people were killed and another 85 have been injured. 9 OSE employees are dead. Meanwhile, dozens of injured, many of whom are serious, were rescued by EMAK staff attempting at the tragic incident and have been admitted to EKAB ambulances at the Larissa and Katerini Hospitals, while the release operation is ongoing as the wagons which derailed have been dissolved after the collision with the trade train. According to the 194 Fire Brigade briefing, 194 passengers were transported by 5 buses to Thessaloniki. Of these 194 passengers, 26 were preventive at AHEPA Hospital and another 36 at Gennimatas Hospital. By a sixth bus, 20 people were transported to Larissa. In addition, 5 passengers were taken to Katerini Hospital, of which 3 are in good health and left, while 2, slightly injured, remained for hospitalization.