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Vandalism stops commuter traffic between Cologne and Düsseldorf!
Vandalism leads to train cancellations between Cologne and Düsseldorf. An overview of affected routes, stops and measures for commuters.
Vandalism stops commuter traffic between Cologne and Düsseldorf!
Commuters between Cologne and Düsseldorf have to be patient today. Due to vandalism, the train route between the two cities is severely affected. Unknown perpetrators cut several important cables, resulting in a broken signal box and further complicating the situation. So reported daily news that some trains will have to be canceled or rerouted.
The S-Bahn line S6 will be completely closed until 12 p.m., while the regional trains RE1 and RE5 will be rerouted without stopping. This means that passengers who want to get off in Langenfeld have to change to buses. All intermediate stops will be canceled, meaning commuters' journey times will likely be significantly longer. The Cologne Federal Police also reported damaged railway cables in the Leverkusen-Mitte area. The signal interference that determined the damage was discovered. It is currently unclear whether this is directly related to the defective signal box.
Vandalism as a problem in public transport
The disruption will last until early Monday afternoon (2 p.m.). It is not the first time that vandalism on railway facilities has caused such disruption. As a literature review by David Pförtsch from the Humboldt University in Berlin shows, vandalism in public transport causes considerable costs for the affected providers. Loud DLR Such incidents can be viewed as the result of psychological processes and environmental factors.
Pförtsch emphasizes that a detailed examination of the manifestations and conditions of vandalism is necessary. The research area also examines existing measures to prevent and combat such acts. The results could help to develop further strategies for transport companies to increase travelers' sense of security and minimize damage.
The replacement buses and their influence on mobility
When trains break down, alternative solutions often have to be found. The replacement buses provided are a help, but the journey time is noticeably longer. This poses challenges not only for commuters, but also for the regional economy. It is all the more important that those responsible at the railway get the situation under control as quickly as possible so as not to permanently lose more travelers.
All affected travelers are currently called upon to find out about the unreliable information in the DB Navigator app. Many features of this app are currently not functional, making the situation even more difficult. No reliable statements can currently be made about the exact duration of the disruptions and the restoration of normal operations.
The interaction between acts of vandalism and public transport is not only visible in the current situation, but also represents a far-reaching problem that should be addressed. The situation today is an example of how quickly the mobility of an entire metropolitan area can be impaired.