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Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Tram Derails in Gothenburg Amid Marathon

Published: 2024-05-18

A tram derailed in central Gothenburg on Saturday afternoon, causing significant traffic disruption during the city's busy Gothenburg Half Marathon weekend.

The incident occurred around 1:45 PM near the central station, leading to long queues and delays.

Västtrafik, the local transit authority, has advised commuters to be patient and check their website and app for updates.

Fortunately, no injuries have been reported so far.

The situation remains unresolved as crews work to clear the scene.