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Freight Train Rerouting Causes Disturbances in Netherlands

Increased freight train traffic due to Betuweroute maintenance causes noise and vibration issues for residents near rerouted lines in Gelderland and Noord-Brabant. Mitigation efforts are underway, but their effectiveness is debated.

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What is ProRail's response to the residents' concerns?: ProRail, the Dutch railway infrastructure manager, acknowledges the increased inconvenience but emphasizes the necessity of freight transport and the efforts made to mitigate the impact. They also claim that independent studies show the vibrations are not severe enough to cause structural damage to homes.
What are the main concerns of residents living near the rerouted train lines?: Residents along these routes, particularly in Wierden, are experiencing increased noise and vibrations from the trains, and some report damage to their homes due to these vibrations. Mitigation efforts such as STRAIL-overwegen have been implemented, but their effectiveness is debated.
Which alternative routes are being used for freight trains due to the maintenance work in Germany?: The rerouting will use three alternative routes: the Bentheim route, the Brabant route, and the IJssel line, with the Bentheim route, specifically Wierden, experiencing a significant increase in freight train traffic.
What is the reason for the increased freight train traffic in parts of Gelderland and Noord-Brabant?: Due to maintenance on the Betuweroute in Germany, freight train traffic will be rerouted through Gelderland and Noord-Brabant for the next 18 months, increasing noise and vibration for residents.
What measures has the Dutch government taken to mitigate the inconvenience caused by the increased freight train traffic?: The Dutch government has implemented a 'Minder Hinder' package to reduce the nuisance caused by rerouted freight trains, including installing STRAIL-overwegen and rubber mats under the sleepers. However, some residents believe these measures are insufficient.

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