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Thursday, October 15, 2026

Bus Collides with Train in Channel Tunnel, Injuring 19

Two individuals sustained severe injuries in the incident near the French entrance to the tunnel.

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Bus Collides with Train in Channel Tunnel, Injuring 19

Nineteen people were injured when a bus collided with a train stopped on the French side of the Channel Tunnel, according to authorities. Two individuals were severely injured and required evacuation by helicopter, but their lives were not believed to be in danger.

The collision occurred near the French terminal of the undersea rail link connecting the United Kingdom and France. Emergency services responded to the scene.

The Channel Tunnel, also known as the Chunnel, is a major transportation artery for both passengers and freight between continental Europe and the UK.


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