Over the weekend, a collision between two trams in Strasbourg led to 68 reported injuries amid chaotic scenes at the central station.
Tram Collision in Strasbourg Leaves 68 Injured: Investigation Underway
Tram Collision in Strasbourg Leaves 68 Injured: Investigation Underway
A serious tram accident in Strasbourg results in numerous injuries as authorities probe the incident.
On Saturday, two trams collided at Strasbourg's central station, resulting in injuries to 68 individuals, as reported by local officials. The unfortunate event occurred when one tram, which had stopped, unexpectedly rolled backwards down a slope, colliding with another stationary tram. Eyewitness accounts provided compelling accounts of the incident, with one bystander, Johan, describing the moment as a "big impact, a big bang." Social media footage captured the tension as smoke billowed and alarms sounded in the aftermath.
In response to this alarming incident, the prefecture has initiated an investigation to determine the underlying cause, emphasizing that there were no fatalities and the collision was not intentional. On the scene, a large security perimeter was established to facilitate the emergency response, with the Bas-Rhin region's Fire and Rescue Service advising the public to steer clear of the area.
Rene Cellier, director of the Fire and Rescue Service, indicated that while many injuries were non-life-threatening, there were some concerns including scalp wounds, clavicle fractures, and knee sprains. Additional reports mentioned approximately 100 individuals without serious injuries receiving medical attention. A robust emergency response was in place, with around 50 vehicles and 130 firefighters deployed, as Cellier noted that the outcome could have been far graver.
Emmanuel Auneau, director of CTS, the agency responsible for public transportation in Strasbourg, reported that the tram drivers involved escaped serious injuries but are understandably shaken by the ordeal. The situation sheds light on the urgent need for enhanced safety protocols within the city’s transport systems to prevent similar accidents in the future.
In response to this alarming incident, the prefecture has initiated an investigation to determine the underlying cause, emphasizing that there were no fatalities and the collision was not intentional. On the scene, a large security perimeter was established to facilitate the emergency response, with the Bas-Rhin region's Fire and Rescue Service advising the public to steer clear of the area.
Rene Cellier, director of the Fire and Rescue Service, indicated that while many injuries were non-life-threatening, there were some concerns including scalp wounds, clavicle fractures, and knee sprains. Additional reports mentioned approximately 100 individuals without serious injuries receiving medical attention. A robust emergency response was in place, with around 50 vehicles and 130 firefighters deployed, as Cellier noted that the outcome could have been far graver.
Emmanuel Auneau, director of CTS, the agency responsible for public transportation in Strasbourg, reported that the tram drivers involved escaped serious injuries but are understandably shaken by the ordeal. The situation sheds light on the urgent need for enhanced safety protocols within the city’s transport systems to prevent similar accidents in the future.
