General · 16 February 2026
Swiss train leaves tracks near Goppenstein injuring five people
Police reported a derailment in southern Switzerland involving a regional service moving between Spiez and Brig around 07:00. Rescue teams safely evacuated all 29 passengers, though five individuals sustained injuries during the accident. One victim required hospital treatment, and the public prosecutor has launched an official inquiry. Investigators suggest snow might have covered the line, noting the area currently holds a level four avalanche alert.
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