INVESTIGATIONS are currently underway following an accident between two trains.
And recovery operations are still not concluded as well.
This is after an unusual accident where two trains collided at Richards Bay, north of KZN on Sunday, 14 January.
Train 4831 collided with train 4623 that was standing at Elubana owing to the power outage in Richards Bay, resulting in both trains derailing.
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The trains were transporting tons of coal and this accident has resulted in a loss of that very coal.
In a statement released by Transnet Freight Rail (TFR), it's confirmed accident.
The statement further states that TFR teams were dispatched to the scene immediately. No serious injuries have been reported and staff involved in the collision were sent for medical observation.
Environmental teams are also at the scene to ensure compliance in the recovery and clean up operations. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the accident.
Any further update will be provided in due course.
