8 Apr, 09:24··

Same trains linked to Bergen Line fires confirmed.

NRK

Two trains caught fire on the Bergen Line. The same train cars were involved in both incidents. The train operator, Vy, is investigating the cause.

On Monday, a train caught fire between Oslo and Bergen. Passengers reported a smell of burning rubber. Later on Tuesday, another train caught fire between Bergen and Oslo. Vy examined the train cars after the first fire but found no problems. This situation is raising concerns about the safety of the train cars.

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Highlights

Same Train Cars Involved

Vy confirmed the same train cars were used in both fires.

Burning Rubber Smell Reported

A smell of burning rubber was reported at Dale station.

Incident Happened Before Fires

The burning rubber smell occurred the day before the fires.

Vy Investigated, Found No Issues

Vy checked the train cars and found no problems.

Fires on Bergen Line

Two fires occurred on the Bergen Line, between Oslo and Bergen.

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