At least 15 people were injured when two trams collided on a bridge in Rotterdam, Netherlands, on July 22, 2026. The incident occurred on the Erasmus Bridge, a major landmark in the city.
Details of the crash
Emergency services responded to the scene, where one tram appeared to have rear-ended another. Images from the scene showed significant damage to the front of one tram and the rear of the other.
Response and impact
Medical teams treated the injured at the scene, with some taken to local hospitals. The cause of the collision is under investigation. The bridge was temporarily closed to traffic, causing disruptions in the city.
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