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Two Trains Collide in Slovakia, 66 Injured

10/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Two trains collided near Jablonov nad Turnou in eastern Slovakia on October 13, injuring at least 66 people.
The crash occurred at 10 a.m. local time with approximately 80 passengers on board.
Emergency medical services reported 16 people sustained moderate to serious injuries, and at least 50 had minor injuries.
Slovak Railways said the collision happened where the tracks cross into a single line, and the cause is under investigation.

History

Historical Context

The 2004 train collision in the Czech Republic, which killed 19 and injured over 100, prompted Czech Railways to enhance safety protocols, including improved signaling systems. Similarly, the 2009 Brezno train accident in Slovakia, which resulted in 12 fatalities, underscored ongoing safety concerns in rail transport, leading to calls for further reforms in Slovak Railways to protect passengers.

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Story summary

Two trains collided near Jablonov nad Turnou in eastern Slovakia on October 13, injuring at least 66 people.
The crash occurred at 10 a.m. local time with approximately 80 passengers on board.
Emergency medical services reported 16 people sustained moderate to serious injuries, and at least 50 had minor injuries.
Slovak Railways said the collision happened where the tracks cross into a single line, and the cause is under investigation.

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