Train services between Munich and Rosenheim were disrupted on Monday afternoon due to a medical emergency near Großkarolinenfeld, leading to significant delays and cancellations. According to reports from Bayerische Regiobahn (BRB), the situation began around 1 PM, prompting emergency personnel to respond to the scene.
A first update at 2:15 PM warned passengers to expect train cancellations and delays across the affected routes, particularly on the RE5 service from Munich to Salzburg and the RB54 from Munich to Kufstein. This disruption was attributed to the emergency medical operation occurring near the tracks.
By 2:30 PM, the situation worsened as more train services were reported as canceled, with the BRB updating their passengers about the growing impact of the incident. Travelers were strongly advised to check the BRB's website and ticket counters for the latest information on service status.
To address the transport disruptions, BRB established temporary bus services between Grafing Bahnhof and Rosenheim to assist commuters left stranded by the train cancellations. It was noted, “Please be aware of limited capacities. The buses will operate without fixed schedules likely to adapt to the demand for travel,” as stated by the Bayerische Regiobahn.
Although the track was reopened for train services by 3:45 PM, the BRB cautioned passengers to be prepared for continued delays and possible service cancellations. The spokesperson for the BRB later confirmed, “It may take time for the schedule to normalize as we work through this incident and the backlog of passengers.”
Witnesses reported hearing about personal injuries occurring on the train line, contributing to the rapid intervention by medical responders. Passengers traveling on affected trains received updates about the emergency, with more information being relayed by train staff to keep everyone informed.
This incident, which echoes similar disruptions experienced just weeks prior on the same route, highlights not only the immediate impacts of medical emergencies on public transport but also the system's response mechanisms to maintain safety and service continuity during such unforeseen events.
Commuters are encouraged to remain updated on service statuses as the BRB continues to manage the aftermath of today’s medical emergency and work on restoring full train operations.