New Delhi:In a bid to ensure the safe operation of train services during strong winds and storms, the Indian Railways is installing Electronic Anemometer for wind monitoring in Western zone, a senior Railway official told ETV Bharat.
According to railway officials, this device will be installed at the high wind and storm-prone areas for monitoring wind speed. If the device detects that wind speed is higher than 72 Kmph, it will send an alarm to the operational control centre so that the train's speed can be adjusted or its operation can be halted.
Mentioning the benefits of Anemometers in railway operation, Vineet Abhishek, Chief Public Relations Officer, Western Railways said the railways is installing Anemometers at areas prone to high winds and storms to get real-time data of wind speed for safe operation of trains. This information enables the railway authorities to make informed decisions on whether to slow down or halt trains.
At least 26 Anemometer towers have been installed in Western Railways and a data gathering point has been established at Station Master Office which is nearby to identify high wind-prone zones, the CPRO said.
“This type of Electronic Anemometer has been used for the first time in Western Railways. However, earlier mechanical anemometers were used in the areas,” the Railway official said.
The installation of Anemometers is a significant step towards enhancing safety and efficiency within the rail network. “This vital information enables the railway authorities to make decisions such as slowing down or halting trains during high winds thereby preventing accidents and ensuring passengers’ safety,” Abhishek informed.