Train traffic on the southern main line in Småland, Sweden, faced significant disruptions on Monday following an accident between Älmhult and Diö.

The incident, which occurred around 10 a.

m.

, led to a complete halt of all trains traveling the Stockholm-Malmö route.

According to reports, the accident involved a person being struck, prompting an immediate response from emergency services and transport authorities.

The Swedish Transport Administration (Trafikverket) projected that train services could resume no earlier than 1 p.

m.

During the interruption, buses were arranged to ferry passengers between Älmhult and Alvesta, ensuring minimal inconvenience.

By early afternoon, the situation had been resolved, and train traffic returned to regular schedules shortly after 1 p.

m.

This incident highlights the vulnerability of rail transport to unexpected events and the importance of swift action by authorities to mitigate the impact on travelers.

Stations across the affected route, including major hubs such as Stockholm Central, Malmö Central, and Lund Central, experienced delays but managed to recover quickly thanks to the coordinated efforts of transport officials and emergency responders.