Saint-Raphaël

Saint-Raphaël is a town in the Var department of France, located on the French Riviera. Recent news highlights two unrelated but significant issues. Firstly, a fatal collision occurred on March 25, 2026, between a TER train and a truck at a level crossing in Saint-Raphaël. The truck driver died, and 259 train passengers were left in shock. This incident has caused significant disruption to rail traffic, with services suspended between Les Arcs-Draguignan and Cannes for TER trains, and impacting TGV lines between Toulon and Nice. The disruption is expected to last at least until the following day. Separately, concerns have been raised regarding cadmium levels in food supplies across France, a broader issue not specific to Saint-Raphaël but relevant to the region as it affects agricultural practices and public health nationwide. The Anses (French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety) is alerting the public and recommending dietary changes.