Based on data from 2010 to 2019, the United States has the highest number of train accidents.
According to an analysis covering the decade from 2010 to 2019, the country experiencing the highest volume of train accidents worldwide was the United States.
During this ten-year period, the United States recorded an average of 124 rail accidents each year. This figure significantly places it at the top of the list for accident frequency.
Ranking second in the world for the most train accidents during the same period was India. India averaged 60 train accidents annually between 2010 and 2019, making it the second most accident-prone country for rail transport based on this data.
Here is a summary of the average annual train accidents for the top two countries based on the 2010-2019 data:
Country | Average Annual Train Accidents (2010-2019) |
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United States | 124 |
India | 60 |
This data highlights the frequency of rail incidents in these nations during the specified timeframe.