On a recent VR train journey from Helsinki to Kemijärvi, a window in one of the carriages shattered, resulting in the adjacent seats being marked off with safety tape. This incident occurred as passengers were traveling on the IC25 route, and the situation was reported by a reader who provided a video of the event. The railway company, VR, confirmed that the outer glass of the window had broken, but the cause of the incident remains unexplained. They suggested that ice fragments might be responsible for the window's damage.

Passengers were promptly relocated to other seats to ensure their safety during the incident. According to VR's operations center, the compromise of the window did not impact the overall travel schedule, allowing the train to continue its service without significant delays. This situation highlights the potential hazards faced by passengers during train travel, particularly in adverse weather conditions that could lead to issues such as frozen debris affecting train windows.

The quick response from VR staff ensured that all passengers were cared for and that the train continued to operate normally. However, it raises questions regarding safety measures and preventive actions that could be implemented to avoid similar occurrences in the future. Proper maintenance and checks on the integrity of train windows could be vital in enhancing passenger safety across the railway network.