Breaking | Two trains collide in North Zealand (Nordsjælland), prompting a large-scale security alert and road closures.
Updates have been added at the bottom of the article.
Two trains collided with each other in North Zealand (Nordsjælland). Danish authorities announced that police and emergency services were heavily present on Thursday morning at the scene of a major train accident between Hillerød and Kagerup, near the Isterødvejen road. Initial reports indicate injuries among passengers, but the extent of the injuries is not yet clear.
Authorities announced the closure of the road between Isterødvejen and Kagerup, indicating that the closure would be in place for an extended period. Police requested that citizens respect the barriers in place in the area.
to updatePolice stated that the number of injuries initially ranges between five and ten people, and their health condition is still unknown, according to local media.
to updateThe number of injured has risen to 17, four of whom are in critical condition. All the injured were transported from the scene by ambulance and helicopter. Rescue teams were present in the area with seven ambulances, two emergency vehicles, two emergency medical vehicles, and three medical transport vehicles. A military helicopter was also deployed, according to local sources.
