Milan Tram Crash Kills 2, Injures 38

0:00In Adelaide, it's February 27th, here's what is happening. A tram derailed and slammed into a building in Milan on Friday, leaving two people dead and 38 others injured. The crash happened near the city center, turning a routine ride into chaos. Emergency crews rushed to the scene to help passengers and bystanders caught in the wreckage. City Mayor Giuseppe Sala shared details about the victims, including a local man in his 60s and a foreign national who lived in Milan. One death occurred when the tram struck a person during the derailment, while the other was a passenger inside. Italian Prime Minister, Georgia Maloney, offered her deepest condolences to the families. Witnesses described a terrifying scene with people trapped under the tram and others covered in blood. One office worker nearby heard a massive bang and saw part of the vehicle crash into a shop. Passengers felt like they were in an earthquake, tumbling to the floor amid the sudden jolt. Early reports point to driver air, as the operator apparently failed to switch tracks and skip the final stop on the line.

1:04Officials say it does not appear to be a mechanical problem. Prosecutor Marcelo Viola called the building impact devastating. Investigators are still digging into what went wrong, including whether the tram exceeded its 31 mile per hour speed limit. Milan, Fresh Off Fashion Week, and gearing up for the 2026 Winter Olympics, now faces questions about public safety on its transit system. This episode is supported by our sponsor. A pillow that plays your sound quietly, comfortably, effortlessly. Built for nighttime listening, solypillow.com