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Drunk driver crash on the Soller train: Why a safety gap remains

How Mallorca could make train crossings safer

Possible safety measures include barriers, brighter markings, alcohol checks and sensors at risky crossings in Mallorca.

Published: April 23, 2026
Drunk driver crash on the Soller train: Why a safety gap remains

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What safety measures could prevent train and car crashes in Mallorca?

The most practical measures are physical barriers, better lighting, clearer road markings and regular checks at known problem spots. Technology such as sensors at crossings could also warn train drivers when a vehicle is in the danger zone. In Mallorca, those steps would need cooperation between local authorities, transport operators and municipalities.

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