U1 fire in Vienna: Chaos in the public network and injured among employees

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Nach einem Brand in einer U1-Garnitur bleibt die Strecke in Wien vorerst gesperrt. Vier Stationen fallen aus, Pendler müssen umsteigen. Sechs Personen wurden verletzt. Weitere Infos hier.
After a fire in a U1 set, the route in Vienna remains closed for the time being. Four stations fail, commuters have to change. Six people were injured. More information here. (Symbolbild/DNAT)

On Tuesday evening, a dramatic incident occurred in the subway network in Vienna when a fire broke out in a set of line U1. The fire occurred in a special train during the journey for an unknown cause and led to a massive use of the fire brigade and a disorder of public transport.

Although luckily there were no passengers on board, six employees of the Viennese lines suffered minor injuries. The machine guide, who was able to operate the train, started the emergency procedures and left the vehicle in good time. She also received immediate medical care and psychological support.

Details on the fire and the effects

The fire broke out between the stations of Taubengasse and Hauptbahnhof/South Tyrolean Platz, which required immediate evacuation of these stops as a lot of smoke rose. According to the professional fire brigade, which came with over 100 emergency services and 20 vehicles, the fire had to be combated under respiratory protection and using special extinguishing agents in the tunnel. The assignment was successful and the fire could be deleted quickly. Nevertheless, the train affected was still on the track until evening.

of the Vienna lines was officially confirmed that the U1 currently only run between Leopoldau and Schwedenplatz as well as Keplerplatz and Oberlaa. The four affected stations, Stephasplatz, Karlsplatz, Taubengasse and Hauptbahnhof/South Tyrolean Platz will remain closed for the time being. These traffic restrictions force many commuters to switch to alternative lines such as the U3 or U4.

The effects are also clearly noticeable on the streets, as large number of passengers report. The traffic has increased what is due to the diversions. The Viennese lines have already reacted by strengthening the tram operation between Reumannplatz and Schwedenplatz to cover the increased need.

The question of when the U1 can drive regularly remains open. A spokesman for the Viennese lines emphasized: "Everything is still in clarification." It is recommended to inform yourself about current information before the trip on Wednesday morning, as the situation is still dynamic.

Corresponding reports and position assessments are available for further information on this incident and the current developments, including on www.meinbezirk.at .