This Monday, November 4, around 7:25 a.m., an accident occurred on the tracks at Carnières station. A teenager was hit by a train and reportedly seriously injured. An investigation is underway to determine the causes of this incident.
It was here, at the end of the station platforms, on the level crossing side, that the accident took place. Around 7:25 this morning, a teenager was hit by a passing train. The exact causes of the accident are not yet known; the victim was transported alive by the emergency services.
And even if, in this case, the exact causes of the incident are not yet known, Infrabel is sounding the alarm. In 2023, 632 intrusions on the tracks were reported, with intrusions generating a daily delay of nearly 12.5 hours. 31 accidents on level crossings also took place, causing the death of 6 people.
Following this morning’s incident, Infrabel would like to remind you of the safety standards on platforms and around level crossings: wait until the light turns white again and the barrier rises before crossing, remain vigilant and above all do not cross ways to save time. In 2023, the number of intrusions has decreased slightly compared to 2022, but this number remains too high. Infrabel is therefore taking measures to strengthen security on the platforms.
The accident disrupted rail traffic for a good part of the morning. The train passengers were therefore evacuated and transported by bus to La Louvière. The victim was taken care of by the emergency services, his life is no longer in danger.
