"landslide has derailed a train in north-eastern Italy, killing at least nine people and injuring about 30, Italian media say.The accident occurred in a mountain valley near the winter sports town of Merano, close to the Austrian border.
Trees prevented the train plunging into a river, and firefighters are said to have used cables to secure the wagons.
Initial investigations suggest the landslide was caused by a burst irrigation system.
The accident took place at around 0900 (0700 GMT) on the line from Castelbello to Laces, not far from the city of Bolzano..."
BBC News - Landslide derails train in Italy leaving nine dead
Trees prevented the train plunging into a river, and firefighters are said to have used cables to secure the wagons.
Initial investigations suggest the landslide was caused by a burst irrigation system.
The accident took place at around 0900 (0700 GMT) on the line from Castelbello to Laces, not far from the city of Bolzano..."
BBC News - Landslide derails train in Italy leaving nine dead
