In a daring and unbelievable act, a man in Austria managed to survive after clinging onto the side of a high-speed train traveling at 125 mph. The unidentified man had gotten off the train to have a cigarette and attempted to re-board as it was departing the station.
According to witnesses, the man slipped and fell between the platform and the train, but miraculously managed to cling onto the side before the train gained speed. The harrowing ordeal lasted for several minutes as the train accelerated, with the man holding on for his life.
Local authorities and emergency services were called to the scene and were able to safely remove the man from the train once it had come to a stop. Surprisingly, the man only suffered minor injuries and was taken to a hospital for further evaluation.
This incredible incident has left many stunned and amazed by the man's sheer willpower and luck. It serves as a reminder of the dangers of attempting to board a moving train, especially one as fast as a high-speed train.
Category: World
Published on: 2025-08-11 10:57:25
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