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By morning, the magnitude of the tragedy was evident. At least 39 people were confirmed dead, with dozens more seriously injured and over a hundred requiring medical treatment. Hospitals across the region went into emergency mode, clearing wards, calling in extra staff, and preparing for an influx of patients suffering from fractures, internal injuries, burns, and severe trauma.
Outside the hospitals, families waited in anguish, clutching phones in trembling hands. Every ring brought a rush of hope and fear. Unknown numbers became lifelines. Parents waited for news about their children. Spouses awaited word from partners who had texted saying they were on the train. Some learned their loved ones were alive but injured, while others received news that shattered their world in an instant.
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