Train gas leak incident on Flixtrain

Passengers on a Flixtrain travelling from Karlsruhe experienced eye and respiratory tract irritations on Tuesday evening, shortly after the train's departure. The first symptoms were reported, and the train was intercepted at the Rastatt station.

The affected carriage was closed, and emergency services treated the passengers at the Rastatt station. Although further details about their conditions were not provided, it is clear that the situation was serious enough to warrant immediate attention.

The cause of the irritations was a gas leak in one of the carriages. The exact nature of the leaked gas in the Flixtrain carriage remains under investigation by the Federal Police. The identity of the perpetrator responsible for the gas leak has not been publicly disclosed.

The Federal Police have taken over the investigation and have initiated a thorough probe into the incident. Witnesses of the incident on the Flixtrain are asked to contact the Federal Police Inspectorate in Offenburg to provide any information that could aid in the investigation.

Despite the incident, the journey continued after the affected carriage was closed. The train resumed its journey towards its destination following the resolution of the incident at the Rastatt station.

The Flixtrain authorities have expressed their concern for the wellbeing of the passengers and are cooperating fully with the investigation. They have assured passengers that their safety is their top priority and that they are taking all necessary measures to prevent such incidents in the future.

As the investigation continues, the public is reminded to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activities or incidents to the appropriate authorities. The safety of all travellers is of paramount importance, and everyone has a role to play in ensuring a secure and comfortable travel experience.