News · 19 June 2026

Two women hurt as pole falls at train station

Two women were taken to hospital after a telegraph pole fell on them near Pontyclun railway station on Thursday. South Wales Police were called to the car park just before 1pm, and an air ambulance also went to the scene. Both women are still receiving treatment at University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff for their injuries.

By BriefTea Editorial · 19 June 2026 at 13:20

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