CHENNAI: In a devastating rail accident, two trains collided at Kavaraipettai in Chennai, leaving a trail of destruction and injuries. The Mysuru-Darbhanga passenger train crashed into a freight train at 8:21 pm at Kavaraipettai near Tiruvallur.

Five coaches were derailed in the accident. According to reports, three coaches caught fire due to the impact of the crash. Several people were injured in the accident. According to preliminary reports, none of the injuries are life-threatening.

The NDRF team has arrived at the spot. More ambulances have also reached the spot. Further details about the accident are not available yet.