Power Line Malfunction: Disruption in Service Due to Broken Overhead Conductor.
In the heart of Mönchengladbach, on May 23, 2025, a tense situation unfolded at the city's main station. At 15:35 hrs, the fire department was alerted to an incident involving a regional express train and a fallen overhead wire.
Upon arrival, the fire and rescue squad from Fire Station I (Neuwerk) and the command service of the professional fire brigade sprang into action. The operation was led by Commandant Thomas Mandrossa, who could be contacted at the Command and Situation Center located at Stockholtweg 13, 41238 Mönchengladbach. For further inquiries, you can reach out to the fire department via telephone (02166/9989-0), fax (02166/9989-37729), or email ([email protected]).
The driver of the affected train managed to disconnect the pantograph from the overhead wire, preventing any potential fire and ensuring the safety of the 133 passengers on board. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.
As a precautionary measure, the German Rail emergency manager grounded the defective overhead wire in the area of the incident. All train services around Mönchengladbach's main station were immediately stopped, and power was switched off in the affected areas.
Passengers were able to disembark one by one via a ladder, escorted by the fire department across the tracks to the nearby platform. The firefighting operation, prepared with a B-pipe, was not necessary as no fire occurred.
Despite the quick response and successful resolution, it is worth noting that the name of the operation commander of the fire brigade at the incident in Mönchengladbach on May 23, 2025, is currently unavailable in the search results.
This incident serves as a reminder of the crucial role the fire department plays in maintaining safety in our cities. The professionalism and swift action of the Mönchengladbach fire department ensured a peaceful resolution to this potentially dangerous situation.
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