Serious accident: freight train vs. tractor tag in Ehlershausen - locomotive derailed

Serious accident: freight train vs. tractor tag in Ehlershausen - locomotive derailed

A serious accident occurred at a level crossing in the Hanover region, in which a freight train collided with a tractor trailer, which led to the derailing of the locomotive. Two people were seriously injured in the incident, including the train driver and the residents of the railway keeper. The locomotive derailed after the trailer got stuck on the tracks and was rammed from the train.

effects on S-Bahn traffic

The consequences of the accident have led to considerable restrictions in S-Bahn traffic. The train station in Ehlershausen had to be closed, which leads to defaults and replacement buses on the lines S6 and S7 between Hanover and Celle. Travelers have to expect longer travel times and diversions. The operating company Transdev is working on restoring regular operation as soon as possible, but delays can occur by July 22nd.

It is recommended to check the current status of S-Bahn traffic before the trip. Replacement traffic by bus is offered from Burgdorf to Celle to bridge the affected section of the route. Metronom trains from Hamburg should run regularly to Celle, but there can be irregularities.

The incident has shown how important a smooth coordination between the various transport companies is in the event of accidents. The safety of passengers and train staff is always in the foreground. It is expected that cleaning up at the scene of the accident will be completed in the coming hours and that normal operation can be resumed.

- Nag