At least 16 people were killed and 85 others injured when two trains collided in central Greece late on Tuesday, state broadcaster ERT reported.
A passenger train traveling from Athens to the northern city of Thessaloniki and a cargo train collided near Tempe, some 380 km north of Athens, the report said, citing Fire Service spokesman Vassilis Varthakoyiannis.
Multiple carriages derailed, and at least three caught fire after the “strong” collision. Rescue teams have arrived at the site, and hospitals in the region have been informed to prepare.
“Most of the passengers have been safely evacuated,” the report said. Local media reported that about 350 people were traveling on the train.