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Author Topic: Tram overturns in Croydon - 7 killed, 51 injured - 9 Nov 2016  (Read 56387 times)
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« Reply #30 on: November 09, 2016, 16:28:50 »

Daily mail reporting survivors are saying the driver had fell asleep.
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« Reply #31 on: November 09, 2016, 16:39:08 »

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RAIB (Rail Accident Investigation Branch) is investigating a fatal accident that occurred near to Sandilands Junction on the London Tramlink system. At around 06:10 hrs on Wednesday 9 November 2016, a tram derailed on the approach to the junction, and turned onto its side. The accident resulted in a number of fatalities and serious injuries (confirmed numbers will be included as an update in due course).

The tram was operating an ‘inbound’ service from New Addington to Wimbledon via Croydon town centre. Sandilands Junction is the point where inbound trams from the Beckenham Junction/Elmers End and New Addington routes converge, shortly before they arrive at Sandilands tram stop (to the east of Croydon town centre). Trams approaching from the New Addington direction have to negotiate a sharp, left-hand curve with a speed limit of 20 km/h (12 mph) before reaching the junction. The derailment occurred on the curve and initial indications suggest that the tram was travelling at a significantly higher speed than is permitted.

We are currently collecting evidence needed to identify factors relevant to the cause of the accident and its consequences.

Our investigation is independent of any investigation by the tramway industry, the British Transport Police or by the Office of Rail and Road.

We will publish our findings, including any safety recommendations, at the conclusion of our investigation; these will be available on our website.
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« Reply #32 on: November 09, 2016, 16:41:46 »

I assume that modern trams have automatic systems to prevent overspeeds?
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« Reply #33 on: November 09, 2016, 16:46:06 »

If people were standing, that would presumably make injuries more severe – unfortunately to the point of fatality.

5 dead, 50 injured?.....there are only around 25 seats per tram....so yes, there would have been.
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« Reply #34 on: November 09, 2016, 16:56:26 »

I assume that modern trams have automatic systems to prevent overspeeds?

One would assume so, but I expect we'll learn a lot more about such systems over coming weeks and months is it's pertinent to this accident - I wouldn't know (for example) whether such systems are location specific or merely speed regulators across the whole tram network.  Nor would I know about override and acknowledge button systems.
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« Reply #35 on: November 09, 2016, 16:59:48 »

A remarkably quick initial statement from the RAIB (Rail Accident Investigation Branch). That rather suggests they've gathered a wealth of conclusive evidence already.

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...initial indications suggest that the tram was travelling at significantly higher speed than is permitted

I'm reminded of the serious derailment in Spain a couple years ago. Very quickly, thanks to data and CCTV (Closed Circuit Tele Vision), was it established that excess speed was a factor.

Why is the next question.
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« Reply #36 on: November 09, 2016, 17:00:04 »

The RAIB (Rail Accident Investigation Branch) are quick off the mark.

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Investigation into a fatal accident involving a tram near Sandilands Junction, Croydon, 9 November 2016

RAIB is investigating a fatal accident that occurred near to Sandilands Junction on the London Tramlink system. At around 06:10 hrs on Wednesday 9 November 2016, a tram derailed on the approach to the junction, and turned onto its side. The accident resulted in a number of fatalities and serious injuries (confirmed numbers will be included as an update in due course).

The tram was operating an ‘inbound’ service from New Addington to Wimbledon via Croydon town centre. Sandilands Junction is the point where inbound trams from the Beckenham Junction/Elmers End and New Addington routes converge, shortly before they arrive at Sandilands tram stop (to the east of Croydon town centre). Trams approaching from the New Addington direction have to negotiate a sharp, left-hand curve with a speed limit of 20 km/h (12 mph) before reaching the junction. The derailment occurred on the curve and initial indications suggest that the tram was travelling at a significantly higher speed than is permitted.

We are currently collecting evidence needed to identify factors relevant to the cause of the accident and its consequences.

Anyone concerned about friends or family who may have been involved in the tram derailment can call the BTP (British Transport Police) Casualty Bureau - 0800 056 0154

There a photo of said tram in the article
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/fatal-tram-accident-in-croydon
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« Reply #37 on: November 09, 2016, 17:03:39 »

BBC» (British Broadcasting Corporation - home page) have reported speed limit over curve is 16 mph (25 kmh). I seem to remember Tramlink speedos are in kph.

See above - the BBC are wrong - it is 20kph/12mph
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« Reply #38 on: November 09, 2016, 17:10:05 »

Updated info in the referenced BBC» (British Broadcasting Corporation - home page) report

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Trams are not fitted with any safety protection systems that apply the brakes automatically if they are going too fast, according to the Office of Rail and Road.
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« Reply #39 on: November 09, 2016, 18:05:42 »

Updated info in the referenced BBC» (British Broadcasting Corporation - home page) report

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Trams are not fitted with any safety protection systems that apply the brakes automatically if they are going too fast, according to the Office of Rail and Road.

Hopefully they will be in the future.
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« Reply #40 on: November 09, 2016, 18:09:25 »

BBC» (British Broadcasting Corporation - home page) now reporting the death toll has risen to seven.

Probably for another day but it took a while for the story to reach the news bulletins due to the wall to wall coverage of the American Presidential election.  It was evident pretty early on how serious it was yet the first mention on the BBC was at 12 noon - six hours after it happened.  Personally I question that news judgement.
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« Reply #41 on: November 09, 2016, 18:16:21 »

Sky News were little better. A brief report at 1115. Nothing in the 1130 and 1200 summaries.

Latest statement from the BTP (British Transport Police):

http://media.btp.police.uk/r/13403/updated_statement_on_tram_derailment_-_croydon

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Updated statement on tram derailment - Croydon

British Transport Police officers are continuing to work at the scene of a major incident in Croydon.

Emergency services were called to a tram derailment near Sandilands tram stop at 6.13am this morning.

At least seven people are now confirmed as having died as a result of the incident.

Deputy Chief Constable Adrian Hanstock said: “This is a tragic incident and our hearts and thoughts go out to all those affected.

“When officers arrived on scene this morning shortly after 6am, they were met with a complex and challenging situation.

“Together with our partners from the other emergency services and with support from London resilience agencies, they have worked through the day, and will continue to work throughout the night, at the scene.

“After liaison with the Coroner, we can confirm that at least seven people have lost their lives as a result of this incident.

“Our officers will continue to work tirelessly throughout the evening to formally identify them and provide care and support for their families.

“Identifying those who have died can be a complex and lengthy process and we want to ensure we get this right.

“We expect to be at the scene for at least the next 24 hours, continuing searches and carrying out forensic examinations in support of the investigation into the circumstances, and in order to provide a report for the Coroner.

“Tomorrow, we will assess how and when it is appropriate to recover the tram and remove it from the tracks.

“I want to thank everyone who assisted at the scene, and behind the scenes, in Croydon today.

“In the coming days, we will continue to work alongside the Rail Accident Investigation Branch to establish the circumstances of how this happened.

“At this stage it is too early to speculate on a single factor being the cause of this incident.”

A 42-year-old man from Beckenham has been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter and is currently in police custody.


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« Reply #42 on: November 09, 2016, 19:34:12 »

The latest BBC» (British Broadcasting Corporation - home page) report fills in one gap in the story,which I had wondered about  - the tram was going towards Wimbledon, so it was going up the left-hand curve towards the junction. To get where it ended up, it had slid a long way on its side, which I think explains the high casualty count. And yes, it was going too fast.

That comes from the RAIB (Rail Accident Investigation Branch)'s initial announcement:
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RAIB is investigating a fatal accident that occurred near to Sandilands Junction on the London Tramlink system. At around 06:10 hrs on Wednesday 9 November 2016, a tram derailed on the approach to the junction, and turned onto its side. The accident resulted in a number of fatalities and serious injuries (confirmed numbers will be included as an update in due course).

The tram was operating an ‘inbound’ service from New Addington to Wimbledon via Croydon town centre. Sandilands Junction is the point where inbound trams from the Beckenham Junction/Elmers End and New Addington routes converge, shortly before they arrive at Sandilands tram stop (to the east of Croydon town centre). Trams approaching from the New Addington direction have to negotiate a sharp, left-hand curve with a speed limit of 20 km/h (12 mph) before reaching the junction. The derailment occurred on the curve and initial indications suggest that the tram was travelling at a significantly higher speed than is permitted.

We are currently collecting evidence needed to identify factors relevant to the cause of the accident and its consequences.
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« Reply #43 on: November 09, 2016, 21:58:28 »

Pages 12 and 13 of the London Evening Standard.  Shocking given it's a London paper and the number of fatalities.  Would the coverage have been any more comprehensive had it been a tube or national rail train I wonder, or we're all eyes obsessed with the USA?
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« Reply #44 on: November 09, 2016, 22:15:43 »

the first mention on the BBC» (British Broadcasting Corporation - home page) was at 12 noon - six hours after it happened.  Personally I question that news judgement.

I heard about it on BBC R4 on the Today programme, but it had minimal information and was the 'other' story in the news bulletin as far as I can remember and was not referred to again in the time I was listening. I had to go online to find out more. It was in the 9am bulletin as again with no embellishment. It was mentioned on Venessa Feltz BBC London programme (I went looking for a source of more info) but only in the travel report.

I completely concur with the questioning of the news judgement.
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