A collision between a passenger train and a garbage truck at a railway crossing in Prostějov, Czech Republic, on Wednesday afternoon resulted in approximately eight million Czech crowns (roughly $350,000 USD) in damages. The impact caused the train to derail. Seven people sustained injuries in the accident, though the severity of those injuries remains unclear. Police and the Railway Inspection Authority are currently investigating the circumstances that led to the collision. Authorities are working to determine the cause and assess full responsibility for the incident. The railway crossing is currently closed while investigations continue and repairs are made. This incident highlights ongoing safety concerns surrounding level crossings.

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