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Overhead Line Damage Strands Regionalbahn in Munich, Prompts Evacuation of 200

The incident underscores urgent need for upgrades to Germany’s rail overhead wiring.

Overview

  • On June 10, a Regionalbahn to Kufstein halted near Berg am Laim after an overhead line fault damaged its pantograph.
  • The Munich fire department evacuated around 200 passengers via ladders to Hermann-Weinhauser-Straße to ensure safe disembarkation.
  • Deutsche Bahn closed the affected track section for repairs and set up bus replacement services.
  • Stranded travelers were also directed to a nearby tram stop to continue their journeys.
  • The breakdown follows a series of recent overhead line failures and electrical faults that have disrupted German rail services.