Railway crossing mishap spares cyclist from tragedy
In the small village of Engelbrechtsche Wildnis, district of Steinburg, an unfortunate incident occurred at an unguarded railway crossing. An 80-year-old man was involved in an accident with a freight train during the day.
The man was attempting to cross the tracks with his bicycle when he failed to notice the approaching train. In a swift move, the train driver initiated an emergency brake to avoid a collision, causing the route from Hamburg to Westerland between Glückstadt and Elmshorn to be closed immediately after noon.
The accident, which occurred between Glückstadt and Elmshorn, resulted in the closure of the route for several hours. The local disaster management and emergency response services, coordinated by the responsible regional agencies, swiftly responded to the situation. Measures such as alarm activation of the relevant authorities and the establishment of an operational disaster response command were taken to improve safety and manage the situation effectively.
Despite the collision, the man survived almost unscathed but sustained slight injuries. He was treated by emergency services and taken to the hospital for further care. The bicycle was slightly touched by the train, causing the man and his vehicle to end up in the gravel bed.
Fortunately, the accident did not result in significant disruptions to the rail traffic, as it occurred between the previously mentioned closure and resumption of normal operation. However, there were delays in rail traffic due to the accident.
Trains resumed normal operation several hours after the accident, and the route has since remained open. The responsible authority for dealing with the consequences of the railway accident at the unguarded level crossing in Engelbrechtsche Wildnis continues to manage the situation effectively.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of caution at unguarded railway crossings. It is crucial for everyone to pay attention to their surroundings and be aware of the potential dangers when crossing railway tracks.
