S-Bahn distillery in Berlin: Voodoo doll as a cause of the fire?

S-Bahn distillery in Berlin: Voodoo doll as a cause of the fire?

On Wednesday, November 27, 2024, a dramatic incident at the Bellevue S-Bahn station in the west of Berlin caused massive disorders in local transport. An S-Bahn train caught fire while the fire brigade was still busy with the extinguishing work. According to reports from Berlin Live, poets, black smoke rose to the sky, which put the passengers in great concern. A video of the fire quickly went on Instagram viral and shows the terrifying scene on site. The cause of the fire could have been a burning voodoo doll, as some witnesses report, but investigations are still underway, and the federal police did not want to confirm or deny this.

Shortly after the fire that could be extinguished, which could be deleted around 11 a.m., there were considerable restrictions in S-Bahn traffic. According to information from RBB24, there were failures and delays on several lines, especially between the Friedrichstrasse and Tiergarten stops. The S3, S5, S7 and S9 are only limited or not at all in use, which many commuters and travelers in the capital would face challenges. Fortunately, nobody was injured, but an insassin and several emergency services complained of breathing difficulties after extinguishing the fire. In addition, a person who is suspected of being responsible for the fire was arrested.

The Berlin fire brigade said that despite the rapid extinguishing work, re -extinguishing work is required at the fire site. The Hamburg S-Bahn reacted to the situation and recommends passengers to find out about their app in advance. The incident also raises questions about the security standards in local public transport, while the investigation into the cause of the fire and the possible arson is constant. The passengers are encouraged in the next few hours to show patience until regular operation can be restored.