Heavy collision in Beckedorf: freight train rams tractor at the level crossing!

Heavy collision in Beckedorf: freight train rams tractor at the level crossing!

Beckedorf, Deutschland - Today is not only another day in Bavaria, but also a sad memorial for the dangers of untrained level crossings. In an accident in Beckedorf on Wednesday afternoon, a tractor driver could just feel a moment of fright when her view of the approaching tracks fell. But unfortunately it was too late: she overlooked a freight train from Celle and was seriously injured in the collision. As tixio was thrown out of her vehicle, while the tractor was thrown into the side room itself.

The Beckedorf fire brigade was on hand at 6:12 p.m. to secure the situation and record operating materials. As is common in such an incident, the police are now determining the exact course of the accident. According to technical studies, the freight train was able to continue its journey thanks to the released by the emergency manager. The tractor was recovered with a crane after the accident drama.

accidents are increasing?

The tragedy in Beckedorf could serve as a wake -up call for the dangers of unpleasant level crossings in Bavaria. An investigation shows that Bavaria has around 3,000 level crossings in Germany, with half of the half. Statistics show that 46 accidents at such transitions were registered in 2023 alone, such as

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While the processing of the accident in Beckedorf is still concerned, there are also considerable disorders in other parts of the country. For example, another accident at Kerpen led to a blocking of the railway line between Cologne and Aachen. According to WDR there must be 1,000 meters of tracks there, and 1,800 damaged concrete thresholds and several overhead line masts are affected. The result: long-distance trains, including the popular ICE connections between Frankfurt and Brussels, are canceled, and replacement buses are used to transport travelers.

The next steps are clear that the train is in exchange with producers to end the decommissioning and make the route accessible as soon as possible. However, restrictions can be expected weeks long, and even after the planned repairs, travelers must continue to expect reduced speed.

In a time when traffic becomes more and more denser, such accidents should be a clear signal that security has the top priority. It is to be hoped that we will also teach from the latest incidents to prevent future tragedies.