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Train and tractor in track crash | Train and tractor in track crash |
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A train and tractor have collided in County Londonderry. | A train and tractor have collided in County Londonderry. |
The crash happened at Carrowclare Road near Limavady at about 1530 BST on Thursday. Emergency services are at the scene, and the road has been closed. | |
Translink said there were no reports of injuries to passengers or staff on the train after the incident at an unmanned crossing. | |
Officials have begun an investigation.Train services have been disrupted, and bus substitutions are in place. | |
The crash involved the 15.05 train from Londonderry and the line between the city and Castlerock is currently closed. | |
Passengers on the train reported hearing a loud bang at about 1530 BST and seeing smoke and sparks. The driver then informed them there had been a collision. | |
The police and Translink are at the scene. |