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Belgian officials confirmed the level crossing barriers were down and the lights were red when the crash happened, aligning with CCTV evidence.
Police said the minibus turned onto the level crossing while the barrier was down, leading to the collision with the oncoming train.
Belgian authorities are examining CCTV and other evidence to determine how the accident occurred, including whether the barrier and lights were functioning at the time.

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world8h ago

A school bus collided with a train in Buggenhout, Belgium, killing several people including teenagers.
The crash happened around 8:15 a.m. local time at the Stationsstraat crossing.
Belgian authorities noted that around 100 passengers were aboard the train and nine on the bus.
The bus was believed to be transporting pupils to a SEND school for special education.
Police and prosecutors are assisting families as the investigation continues.
Rail barriers reportedly failed and warning lights were active during the accident.
The incident involved a SEND school transport, highlighting vulnerable students on board.
Belgian Justice Minister expressed sympathy for victims and families.
Prosecutors said they are following up on the accident as officials investigate the cause.
Local news outlets reported the bus was linked to SEND education at a nearby school.

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world6h ago

A Belgian train collided with a school minibus near Buggenhout, killing at least four people, including two children.
The bus carried seven children, with two aged 12 and 15 among the dead.
The bus driver and one accompanying adult were among the fatalities, with two more passengers severely injured.
Two other children on the bus were severely injured but in stable condition.
Investigators said the crossing barriers had come down, indicating a level crossing incident.
Infrabel confirmed the incident, noting the train was due to stop at the next station about a kilometer away.
Belgian Interior Minister Bernard Quintin conveyed condolences, with leaders expressing sympathy for victims' families.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen offered condolences as Europe grieved with Belgium.
The incident adds to concerns about level crossing safety in Belgium amid a history of such accidents.
Belgium has a dense rail network and recent level-crossing fatalities have prompted ongoing safety reviews.

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