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After a Landslide During the Storm: Why Railway Lines Break in Spain — and What Mallorca Must Learn

Why Railway Lines in Mallorca Can Become Dangerous in Heavy Rain

Heavy rain can undermine slopes and drainage near Mallorca rail lines, creating risks for trains and passengers.

Published: April 22, 2026
After a Landslide During the Storm: Why Railway Lines Break in Spain — and What Mallorca Must Learn

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Why can railway lines in Mallorca become dangerous during heavy rain?

Rail lines can become unsafe when intense rain weakens slopes, retaining walls, or drainage systems near the tracks. In Mallorca, the same risk can exist where lines run close to ravines or unstable ground, especially during storms.

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