According to reports from domestic media on February 23rd, recent videos posted by netizens show the Wuhu Light Rail Line 1 slipping on a slope.
The video depicts a train on the light rail line gradually halting its forward movement while traversing an incline, then slipping backward down the slope, but without continuing the slip.
In response, rail customer service stated that the inclement weather may have had some impact on operations, and further investigation by relevant departments is needed to determine the specific cause.
According to previous reports, subway and light rail operational technicians have pointed out that slipping is a common malfunction during operation.
If the adhesion between the wheel and rail is less than the frictional force required during traction or braking, train slipping can occur.
The likelihood of free-wheeling slipping is higher during winter rain and snow weather, especially at the onset of precipitation or during continuous snowfall. This is because the rail surface is prone to icing, leading to minimal adhesion between the wheel and rail.
Currently, meteorological departments issue forecasts for the intensity of snowfall during specific periods. In response, subway and light rail operations departments generally take targeted measures, such as reducing speeds during heavy snowfall or even suspending operations directly.
