Incident Details
Six people were killed and dozens injured when a freight and passenger train collided near Tempe, Greece on February 28. Several train cars were derailed and at least three cars caught on fire, burning several passengers inside. Emergency services are on the scene to triage injured passengers and fight the ongoing fire.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers should steer clear of the area surrounding the accident. Travelers scheduled for transit on the Thessaloniki line should expect severe travel delays and cancellations. Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local sources.
