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Friday, September 20, 2024

Austria's Transport Chaos Amid Severe Storms

Published: 2024-09-18

Austria is grappling with severe disruptions in both urban and regional transport due to recent heavy storms.

In Vienna, public transportation, including several U-Bahn lines, is operating on a limited schedule due to flooding.

The U2, U3, U4, and U6 lines are particularly affected, with full service expected to resume by Wednesday if no further flooding occurs.

Meanwhile, the ÖBB has managed to reopen some train routes, but many remain closed, with travel warnings in place until Thursday.

Additionally, over 250 roads in Lower Austria are impassable, and several major highways are still closed.

In Vienna, city parks are shut down due to the risk of falling trees, as the ground has become unstable from the flooding.

Despite these challenges, Vienna's flood defenses have largely held, preventing more severe damage.