Sweden: Train accident in Kungsbacka area causes rail transport disruptions between Gothenburg and Malmo Sept. 17

Event

An unspecified train accident occurred in the Kungsbacka area Sept. 17, causing rail transport disruptions between Gothenburg and Malmo. Stations that may be impacted by rail traffic disruptions include Lindome, Anneberg, Gothenburg Central, Liseberg, Molndal, Kallered, Hede, Kungsbacka, Asa, Varberg, Falkenberg, Halmstad Central, Laholm, Bastad, Angelholm, Helsingborg Central, Landskrona, Lund Central, and Malmo Central. Additionally, authorities have reportedly suspended rail traffic between Lindome and Hede following the accident. Officials have indicated that the earliest that train traffic may resume is 20:00.

Rail transport disruptions may continue to impact stations between Gothenburg and Malmo beyond the estimated traffic restoration time. Authorities' response to the train accident may cause road traffic disruptions in the affected area over the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the site of the train accident until authorities give the all-clear and vacate the scene. Confirm train reservations if traveling between Gothenburg and Malmo Sept. 17-18; do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Consider making alternative arrangements for time-sensitive travel if necessary. Heed all official transport advisories.