In the Smolensk region, an elderly woman fell on the platform after being startled by the horn of a freight train. The incident was documented in reports that referenced the press center of the local department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in Smolensk as the source of details. The event took place in the city of Gagarin on a Friday morning, a moment that drew the attention of residents and local observers who were nearby when the sound of the approaching freight train caused a sudden fright.
The 92-year-old resident was moved from one platform to another using a specially equipped transfer area designed to accommodate passengers with mobility needs. As the train drew closer and the warning horn sounded, she became frightened and, in a moment of confusion, could not rise immediately after acknowledging the alert. The scene prompted concern among witnesses who were present at the station at that time.
According to the press service of the ministry, there had been no direct contact between the railway staff and the elderly woman at the moment of the incident. The authorities indicated that staff members did not engage with the individual on the platform during the critical moments following the alert and the subsequent tremor caused by the train’s approach.
Eyewitness accounts describe the pensioner as standing briefly, then attempting to continue on her own but needing time to regain her balance. After gathering herself, she walked away from the immediate area, moving toward a quieter portion of the platform where other travelers could offer assistance if needed. Those who observed the episode emphasized that the situation was promptly noticed by nearby passengers, who checked on the woman and ensured she remained safe as she recovered from the momentary fright.
In separate transportation news, two trains experienced derailments in Switzerland on the same day, resulting in casualties and disruption along the lines. Local authorities reported the incidents, noting the rough terrain and weather conditions that contributed to the accidents. Rescue teams were dispatched to stabilize the affected sites, assess injuries, and determine the underlying causes to prevent recurrence. Investigations and safety reviews followed, with transport officials coordinating closely with emergency responders to manage the aftermath and restore normal rail service as quickly as possible.