Alphen aan den Rijn Faces Vaarroute Closure After Ship Incident
Friday, 11 October 2024, 11:00
Incident Overview
On Friday morning, a serious incident occurred in Alphen aan den Rijn when a ship collided with the spoorburg over the river Gouwe. As a result, the vaarroute has remained closed, affecting local transportation.
Impact on Transportation
- The rail bridge is closed to shipping traffic until at least Monday.
- Train services were suspended for over seven hours due to the accident.
- Rail traffic between Alphen aan den Rijn and Bodegraven resumed once the bridge was secured.
Investigation Status
The province of Zuid-Holland reported that while there were no injuries, the extent of the damage to the bridge is still uncertain. Additionally, inquiries are being made into the circumstances that led to the collision. The cargo ship, loaded with gravel, details regarding its origin remain undisclosed.
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