Before Commissioning: Major Exercise in the Koralmtunnel Completed

Over 150 people from the fire department, police, rescue services, authorities, and federal railways participated in the large-scale exercise in the Koralm Tunnel. Additionally, 50 people were used as passengers who needed to be rescued.

"ÖBB Servicejet" deployed in large-scale exercise in the Koralm Tunnel

The scenario assumed that a train had come to a stop about seven kilometers into the Koralm Tunnel due to a technical defect. Additionally, smoke development and injured persons complicated the operation. With the support of the fire department, however, all passengers were quickly and systematically freed and handed over to the rescue services.

According to the dispatch, the brand new "ÖBB Servicejet" was also deployed. The rescue train is stationed on both sides of the Koralm Tunnel, can tow a double Railjet, accommodate about 300 people, is equipped with fire water tanks, and has protective ventilation. The rescue train and the exercises are, according to ÖBB, "parts of a comprehensive safety concept."

(APA/Red)

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