A minibus collided with a stationary train in the Channel Tunnel vehicle boarding area in France on Thursday evening, resulting in injuries to the driver and 18 passengers, authorities reported.
Five individuals sustained severe injuries, though no lives were reportedly in immediate danger, according to the local prefect’s statement.
The minibus was transporting truck drivers of various nationalities en route to board a LeShuttle train, which transports vehicles and passengers through the tunnel.
The area surrounding the tunnel entrance was cordoned off in the evening, with journalists reporting the presence of a helicopter and multiple emergency vehicles.
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