Two trams crashed on bridge, injuring 18 people.
Two trams crashed on the Erasmus Bridge in Rotterdam. Fifteen people were injured, with one seriously hurt. The bridge has now reopened to traffic.
The collision occurred on Wednesday morning and involved two trams. One tram derailed during the event. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash. The bridge was closed to allow for the removal of the damaged trams. Traffic is now flowing again, including trams, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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Highlights
Tram Collision Injuries
Fifteen people were injured in the collision, with one person seriously hurt.
Bridge Partially Reopened
The Erasmus Bridge has been partially reopened to traffic.
Trams Removed from Tracks
The two trams involved were successfully removed from the tracks.
Eighteen People Injured
Eighteen people were injured in the incident, two with critical injuries.
Investigation Ongoing
Authorities are investigating the cause of the tram collision.
Perspectives
- Two trams collided on the Erasmus Bridge in Rotterdam.
- At least fifteen people were injured in the collision.
- One person was seriously hurt.
- The Erasmus Bridge was closed after the collision.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.
NOS Nieuws, NU.nl, De Volkskrant, RTL Nieuws
One tram was waiting for the bridge to open when another tram crashed into it.
RTL Nieuws
Fifteen people were injured, with one person seriously hurt.
The Guardian, NOS Nieuws, NU.nl, De Volkskrant, RTL Nieuws, Yle Uutiset
Eighteen people were injured, with two sustaining critical injuries.
NU.nl, RTL Nieuws