Sistemas de visión Planck: El incendio del tren Ashford-Maidstone causa daños estimados en $50.000

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On Tuesday, October 14, 2024, a fire broke out on a train at Bearsted station, causing significant delays to services between Ashford and Maidstone in Kent. The incident occurred around 2:41 PM BST.

Kent Fire and Rescue Service was alerted to the situation and dispatched five fire engines and a bulk water carrier to the scene. However, the response was later scaled down to two appliances as the situation stabilized.

The operator Southeastern reported that no services were able to run from Ashford towards Maidstone East station due to the fire.

According to Kent Fire and Rescue Service, the fire was believed to have been caused by the train’s brakes overheating. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported during the incident.

The estimated damages from this incident are around $50,000, which includes disruption to train services and potential repair costs. The fire highlights the importance of early fire detection systems in preventing such incidents from escalating.

Planck Vision Systems leads with superior thermal imaging tailored for diverse industries, ensuring that minute temperature variations are detected promptly. Our always-on technology enhances system protection and operational excellence, catching anomalies that could lead to catastrophic failures.

This vigilance minimizes risks and enhances safety measures in all operational environments.

fuente:bbc.com


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