MÁV disputes that a freight train caused the Algyő marsh fire

MÁV disputes claims that a freight train caused a recent grass fire near Algyő, attributing such incidents to external factors like illegal burning or discarded cigarettes. The fire, which occurred in early October, led to speculation about a train's malfunction possibly causing sparks that ignited vegetation. While MÁV noted that train-related fires are rare outside extreme drought conditions, they acknowledged that a cable was damaged in this incident. A study highlighted that vegetation management and vehicle maintenance are crucial for preventing such fires, as demonstrated by similar incidents in other countries. The article emphasizes the need for targeted prevention measures.