Shock in tram accident in Strasbourg: 30 injured in the tunnel!

A serious tram accident occurred in Strasbourg on Saturday afternoon, in which several people were injured. Loud Reports from bo.de Two trams collided in the tunnel under the main train station. According to initial estimates, there were around 30 injured, 15 of whom had to be transported to hospital. The situation was further complicated by the narrow location in the tunnel. In addition to the affected line D, which runs from Poteries via the main train station to Kehl, tram lines A and C were also affected. In total, around 100 people were involved in the incident.

Police said one of the trams derailed and then collided with the oncoming tram. According to reports, one of the trams suddenly reversed quickly before the accident occurred. Strasbourg's mayor Jeanne Barseghian confirmed that no one was killed and no one was in danger. Many of the passengers suffered injuries or were in shock. A large contingent of around 120 firefighters as well as numerous rescue workers and police officers were deployed at the main train station.

Collision details

How nau.ch Reportedly, the two trams also collided at the station stop. At least 20 people were injured, including eight seriously injured. A tram is said to have accidentally driven onto another track and rammed a second tram at the stop. Emergency services are asking the public to avoid the Place des Halles, Gare and Boulevard du Président Wilson areas to ensure accessibility for emergency services.