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Five people killed, 29 injured as cargo train explodes in Bulgaria

An aerial view showing the wreckage of a train transporting gas after it derailed and exploded in the northeastern Bulgarian village of Hitrino, yesterday. (PHOTO: AFP

At least five people were killed and 29 injured when a cargo train derailed and exploded in the northeastern Bulgarian village of Hitrino, demolishing about 50 houses and public buildings, officials said yesterday.

At least three of the victims remain in critical condition in hospitals and the number is likely to rise, health authorities said.

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