Incident Overview
A collision between two tourist trains resulted in 14 injuries at Praia do Barril in Tavira, Algarve. The incident occurred in a highly popular tourist zone, drawing immediate emergency response.
Details of the Collision
According to sources, there were 50 passengers aboard the trains at the time of the accident. The Algarve Regional Command of Emergency and Civil Protection deployed multiple resources to the scene. A spokesperson confirmed, "It was a collision of trains used for passenger transport to the beach, with 50 passengers on board at that moment."
All injuries were reported as minor, with one victim being a minor under 14 years old. The injured individuals are of various nationalities, reflecting the area's international tourist appeal.
Emergency Response
Teams from the National Institute of Medical Emergency (INEM) provided on-site triage and assistance to the passengers. The INEM liaison officer with Civil Protection verified the 14 minor injuries. The alarm for the accident was raised at 15:55, with 26 operational personnel and 10 vehicles responding to the incident.
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