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Unknown liquid restricts rail traffic in Stuttgart

An unknown liquid restricted light rail traffic in Stuttgart on Friday afternoon. Passers-by noticed the liquid at the Marienplatz stop. The area was cordoned off on a large scale and trains were unable to reach the stop until late afternoon, according to the fire department.

A fire department vehicle with its blue lights switched on at an emergency scene. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de
A fire department vehicle with its blue lights switched on at an emergency scene. Photo.aussiedlerbote.de

Emergencies - Unknown liquid restricts rail traffic in Stuttgart

An unknown liquid restricted light rail traffic in Stuttgart on Friday afternoon. Passers-by noticed the liquid at the Marienplatz stop. The area was cordoned off on a large scale and trains were unable to travel to the stop until late afternoon, according to the fire department.

Firefighters specializing in hazardous materials checked the liquid and carried out air measurements. Finally, the liquid was heavily diluted and the affected areas were cleaned. There was no danger to the public.

Fire department press release

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Source: www.stern.de

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