Man falls on tracks during epileptic seizure, gets hit by train

A man in Polangui, Albay died after he was hit by a train when he reportedly fell on the tracks following an epileptic seizure.

According to Jessica Calinog of GMA Regional TV Balitang Bicolandia, the man lost his head and limbs in the accident in Barangay Lanigay on Monday night.

Based on investigation conducted by the Polangui Municipal Police Station, the man was walking along the train tracks when he suffered from a seizure, which caused him to fall on the tracks just as a train from Naga City, heading towards Ligao City, was approaching.

The Philippine National Railways is investigating the incident.

Local authorities are also emphasizing the importance of information and education campaigns, especially for those residing near the train tracks, to ensure safety and prevent such tragic incidents.

Police Captain Kharren Formales, public information officer of the Albay Police Provincial Office, said, "Lalong lalo na kapag umaandar na 'yung tren na dadaan po diyan, siguraduhin po natin na malayo po tayo, at mag-ingat po lagi dahil alam po natin kung gaano kadelikado. Dahil 'yung mga ganyan, hindi katulad ng mga sasakyan na pwede silang mag-brake agad-agad."

(Let us be careful and make sure we maintain a distance from a running train, because it can be very dangerous. Trains, unlike vehicles, cannot brake right away.) —NB/KG, GMA Integrated News