A line of people moving from the Palu district of Elazığ towards Diyarbakır freight train, derailed between Maden and Ergani districts today at noon. According to initial reports, the accident occurred in a rural area. While there was no loss of life, in some wagons material damage formed.
Teams at the scene, investigation initiated
After the accident, they quickly rushed to the scene health teams, gendarmerie and railway technical staff Authorities took security measures at the point where the accident occurred, and it was reported that serious damage occurred to the wagons of the freight train, which was not carrying passengers.
According to the initial statement by the railway authorities, regarding the cause of the derailment, technical investigations have been initiatedIt is not yet clear whether the accident was caused by a technical fault on the line or an external factor.
Flights Temporarily Suspended
Between Maden and Ergani train services, was temporarily stopped following the accident. A detailed statement on the incident is expected to be made by the Turkish Republic State Railways (TCDD). An investigation has been launched following the accident, and authorities stated that they will inform the public about the developments.
