Passenger rail to be restored first amid German floods

Image: ANP/dpa Picture-Alliance. Bernd Weissbrod

Floods have engulfed southern Germany during the past week. Rail infrastructure has not been spared by the water. It has caused major disruptions to rail transportation in the region. DB InfraGO says that the priority is now on fixing passenger rail.

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Passenger rail to be restored first amid German floods

Image: ANP/dpa Picture-Alliance. Bernd Weissbrod

Floods have engulfed southern Germany during the past week. Rail infrastructure has not been spared by the water. It has caused major disruptions to rail transportation in the region. DB InfraGO says that the priority is now on fixing passenger rail.

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