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Norway's rail network paralyzed by major communication glitch

On Wednesday morning, Norway experienced a serious technical failure that halted rail traffic across the country. Issues with communication systems made it impossible to monitor and direct transportation properly.

Railway failure in Norway. The causes are still unknown.
Railway failure in Norway. The causes are still unknown.
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Malwina Witkowska

On Wednesday morning, Norway encountered a significant failure in its rail network, which caused all trains to stop. The communication systems connecting the trains with the traffic control centers ceased functioning, posing a serious threat to passenger safety.

As a result, all trains were stopped, and rail traffic was suspended until further notice. The manager of the Norwegian railway infrastructure, the company Bane Nor, cannot identify the exact source of the problem.

Norway rail failure. Trains have been standing since the morning

The company's spokesperson, Anne Sofie Kirkhusmo, confirmed that the causes of the failure have not yet been determined. "We do not yet know the source of the problem. We are making every effort to restore normal train operations as soon as possible," Kirkhusmo said, elaborating on the situation.

In response to the crisis, the national railway carrier supported passengers whose journeys were canceled due to the failure. According to the announcement, passengers may use taxis to reach their destinations. Transportation costs will be fully reimbursed to minimize the inconveniences of delays and ensure comfort for travelers under these challenging conditions.

The Norwegian railway's failure has become a significant challenge, affecting thousands of travelers. Bane Nor and other responsible services are working intensively to solve the problem and restore normal railway operations as quickly as possible to ensure passengers' safety and comfort.

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