Mar 4 • 13:03 UTC 🇵🇱 Poland Wprost

Part of the tram tracks suddenly pierced the floor of the tram. Passengers in shock

A section of tram track unexpectedly punctured the floor of a low-floor tram in Poznań, Poland, causing alarm among passengers but no injuries.

In the early morning of March 4, an alarming incident occurred near the PST at the West Station in Poznań, Poland, when a part of the tram track penetrated the floor of a low-floor tram. Passengers quickly alerted the tram operator, leading to an immediate stop of the vehicle. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported as a result of this unusual incident.

The local news outlet 'Głos Wielkopolski' provided further details on the situation, confirming that the incident involved the electric heater's covering breaking through the floor. The spokesperson for the Miejskie Przedsiębiorstwo Komunikacyjnego (MPK) in Poznań, Agnieszka Smogulecka, indicated that technicians are currently investigating the specific causes of this malfunction. The incident has raised concerns among the public regarding tram safety and infrastructure maintenance in the city.

While the passengers experienced shock, the swift communication of the issue to the tram personnel ensured that the situation was handled without any injuries. This event highlights the importance of regular maintenance and oversight of public transportation systems to prevent accidents that could potentially lead to serious consequences for commuters.

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