فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
A sudden fire broke out aboard a train traveling from Fes to Casablanca on the morning of Thursday, March 13, 2025, near Ras El Ma, causing panic among passengers and prompting an emergency response from firefighting and rescue teams.
According to eyewitnesses, smoke began rising unexpectedly from one of the train seats, leading passengers to evacuate their spots in distress. Civil protection teams quickly arrived at the scene, successfully extinguishing the fire and ensuring the safe evacuation of all passengers, though some experienced psychological distress due to smoke inhalation.
A reliable source reported that three passengers sustained minor injuries and were transported by ambulance to the Hassan II University Hospital (CHU) in Fes for medical treatment. Hospital sources confirmed that their condition is stable.
Preliminary field reports suggest that the fire may have resulted from an electrical short circuit, leading to flames and the emergency halt of the train. This incident caused significant delays on the rail network, sparking frustration among travelers, especially those with urgent commitments between Fes and Casablanca.
Security forces, including auxiliary troops and local authorities, swiftly arrived at the site to secure the area and facilitate evacuations. Meanwhile, technical teams are inspecting the train’s electrical system to determine the exact cause of the fire and prevent future incidents.
Authorities have assured passengers that repair efforts are underway, and train services will resume as soon as possible.
source : fesnews media
