Tobu Nikko Line

The Tobu Nikko Line, a railway line in Tochigi Prefecture north of Tokyo, is currently in the news due to a tragic accident. On Thursday morning, four workers were fatally struck by an express train at Shin-Kanuma Station. The workers were reportedly on the tracks at the time, engaged in weed removal. Emergency services found three workers trapped beneath the train and one on the platform. Fortunately, no passengers or crew members aboard the train were injured. This incident has brought attention to the safety protocols and operational environment of the Tobu Nikko Line, highlighting the risks associated with track maintenance work. The event underscores the critical importance of safety measures for railway workers performing duties near active train lines.