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Döllnitzbahn accident

Discussie in 'International Heritage Railways/Tramways' gestart door 5944, 9 sep 2022.

  1. 5944

    5944 Resident of Nat Pres

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    Serious accident on the Döllnitzbahn this evening, where IK Nr. 54 has collided with a tractor and trailer at a level crossing . Gala cancelled tomorrow understandably, decision on Sunday's events to be announced. Both loco crew injured and minor injuries to some passengers.
     
  2. Spamcan81

    Spamcan81 Nat Pres stalwart

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    On another thread some people were saying how drivers on the Continent were better than their UK equivalent. Doesn’t look like it from where I’m sitting.
     
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    5944 Resident of Nat Pres

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    Tractor drivers worldwide are a law unto themselves.

    Loco driver seriously injured and fireman hurt as well. Very sad.
     
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    pmh_74 Part of the furniture

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    Not good at all. If I recall correctly this railway has struggled at times in recent years, so I'm sure they could do with some better luck. Hope the crew make a full recovery.
     

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