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Train crashes with tractor near Welshpool crossing Train crashes with tractor near Welshpool crossing
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A train has crashed into a tractor on a level crossing near Welshpool, Powys, emergency services say.A train has crashed into a tractor on a level crossing near Welshpool, Powys, emergency services say.
The tractor, which was towing a trailer, was hit by the 10:08 BST Birmingham to Aberystwyth service near Buttington Crossing at about 11:49 BST.The tractor, which was towing a trailer, was hit by the 10:08 BST Birmingham to Aberystwyth service near Buttington Crossing at about 11:49 BST.
Between 150 and 200 passengers were on board, but British Transport Police (BTP) said nobody is believed to be seriously injured. Between 150 and 200 passengers were on board, but only two people suffered minor injuries and were taken to hospital.
Services between Shrewsbury and Machynlleth are suspended.Services between Shrewsbury and Machynlleth are suspended.
A BTP spokesman added: "The train remained upright and on the tracks following the collision, although the front cab of the train has been damaged. A British Transport Police (BTP) spokesman said: "The train remained upright and on the tracks following the collision, although the front cab of the train has been damaged."
"It is believed there were between 150 and 200 passengers on the train and initial reports suggest that some minor injuries have been reported, although none are believed to be life threatening. He added: "An investigation will be launched into the cause of the collision, including how the vehicle came to be on the tracks, and the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has been notified."
"An investigation will be launched into the cause of the collision, including how the vehicle came to be on the tracks, and the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has been notified." BTP and Dyfed-Powys Police attended, while Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service sent four engines.
BTP, Dyfed-Powys Police and ambulance personnel were all called to the line at Buttington, Welshpool, while Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service sent four fire engines. A Welsh Ambulance Service spokesperson said: "We sent four emergency ambulances and one basics doctor to the scene.
"In addition, two helimed helicopters and the hazardous area response team (Hart) were mobilised but not required.
"Two patients were treated at the scene for minor injuries and conveyed to the minor injuries unit in Welshpool.
"No further casualties were identified at scene."
The National Rail Enquiries website reports that a "problem at a level crossing" has suspended trains between Shrewsbury and Machynlleth.The National Rail Enquiries website reports that a "problem at a level crossing" has suspended trains between Shrewsbury and Machynlleth.