Train crashes into bear in Hokkaido
A limited express train in Japan derailed after hitting a bear, leaving passengers stranded overnight.
The Brief
- A train collided with a bear on the JR Soya Line in Hokkaido on Oct 30.
- The incident caused the train to derail and passengers were stranded overnight.
- No injuries were reported among the 34 passengers and crew.
A limited express train in Hokkaido, Japan, collided with a bear on the night of October 30, causing it to derail.
The incident occurred between Teshio-Nakagawa and Toikambetsu stations on the JR Soya Line around 10:50pm local time.
JR Hokkaido stated that some of the wheels on the lead car became entangled with the bear, leading to the derailment.
All 34 passengers and crew members on board were unharmed following the collision.
Passengers were evacuated from the scene around 9:30am on October 31 and transported to their respective destinations.
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