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24 Jun 2019 | 08:36 AM UTC

Germany: Tram derailment in North Rhine-Westphalia June 24

Tram derailment causes transport delays in North Rhine-Westphalia on June 24; expect delays

Warning

Event

A tramline derailment in Essen (North Rhine-Westphalia) at 07:35 (local time) on Monday, June 24, has caused severe delays in Essen, Mulheim, and Bordeck. The derailment has prompted closures, delays, and backups on various lines.

Associated transportation disruptions are to be expected throughout the day.  

Advice

Individuals traveling in North Rhine-Westphalia are advised to monitor the situation, allow additional time to travel, increased demand for alternative modes of transportation, and obey instructions issued by the local authorities.