Today, March 5, 2023, in the morning at the Bershugur station near the city of Aktobe, due to a side collision of a diesel locomotive, the passing passenger train No. 317 Bishkek – Samara of the State Enterprise “NC” Kyrgyz Temir Zholu “was derailed. This was reported by the press service of the State Enterprise” KTZ “.
“As a result, three passenger cars were damaged. There were no victims or injured.
Passengers from the damaged wagons were transferred to other wagons. The train crew, local authorities and health authorities provide first aid for minor bruises and organize hot meals.
It consists of 10 cars, including 8 passenger cars and 2 baggage cars, 229 passengers, occupancy 62%.
Joint measures are being taken with Kazakhstan Railways to eliminate the consequences of the derailment and follow the train along the further route.