Residents in Eggesin demand railway barrier after fatal accident!

Residents in Eggesin demand railway barrier after fatal accident!

In Eggesin the voices of the residents are loud. After a worrying accident at the unguarded level crossing on Wiesenstrasse, residents feel unsafe and are demanding measures to improve safety. Local resident Marcus Radel, who witnessed the incident first hand, emphasizes that the speed of the trains should urgently be reduced. “We don’t want anyone to die,” he explains in an interview with Northern Courier.

Radel has observed that slow train journeys no longer cause dangerous situations. Nevertheless, the demand for a barrier for the level crossing remains, even if this would be associated with high costs. Mayor Gerhard Tewis (CDU) supports this initiative and emphasizes how important it is to avoid accidents. Mayor Bianka Schwibbe has already announced that she will be holding talks with the railways to think about safe solutions and criticizes the currently permitted speed of 80 km/h on this dangerous section.

Latest developments and security measures

Meanwhile, head of the public order office, Cornelia Preußer, has announced some measures. From now on, a new speed limit of 20 km/h, which was ordered by the Federal Railway Authority, applies at unrestricted level crossings. This is particularly beneficial for drivers, who are often at risk from distractions such as wearing headphones. “It is important that drivers remain vigilant,” she appeals. A meeting with representatives from railways, police and transport authorities is planned for this month to find urgently needed solutions.

This discussion is even more relevant at a time when, statistically speaking, the number of accidents at level crossings has risen sharply. Another peak in accidents is expected in 2025. By August of this year, there had already been 36 deaths and 188 injuries on Deutsche Bahn routes daily news reported. These alarming numbers highlight the urgency of security measures.

The dangers at railway crossings

Every year, over 200 accidents occur at level crossings, one in four of which are fatal. These tragic incidents are often due to carelessness and misconduct on the part of road users. Correct behavior at railway crossings is crucial. Drivers should stop in front of St. Andrew's Cross and pay particular attention to the traffic lights. Crossing near an approaching train can have fatal consequences, and ignoring flashing lights is punishable by hefty fines. For example, crossing a closed railway crossing costs an impressive 700 euros and leads to a driving ban of three months bussgeldkatalog.org informed.

The residents in Eggesin continue to campaign for a quick solution: “We hope that the discussions with the railway will quickly lead to a positive result,” says Radel full of optimism. It remains to be hoped that the initiative of the citizens of Eggesin and the support of the city administration will soon bear fruit in order to ensure safety at this dangerous level crossing.