School season brings safety warnings and transport changes in Czech Republic

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As the school year begins, authorities in the Czech Republic and neighboring regions are issuing safety warnings and adjusting transport services.

Data from BESIP and the Czech Police highlight significant risks for children. Between January 2023 and June 2026, 1,748 accidents involving cyclists under 14 were recorded, with 45.3% of injured children not wearing helmets. The risk is particularly high among scooter and e-scooter users. Additionally, pedestrian safety is a major concern; statistics show a 10% increase in accidents near schools during September. Authorities are urging drivers to slow down and parents to practice safe routes with their children.

In the transport sector, Czech Railways (České dráhy) is reinstating school train connections and introducing a color-coded occupancy indicator to help passengers manage increased demand. Meanwhile, public transport in Prague and Central Bohemia is undergoing schedule changes to accommodate the end of summer holidays.

On the rail infrastructure, sabotage in Poland has caused significant delays on the border line between Hrádek nad Nisou and Žitava. Vandalism targeting signaling cables has forced trains to travel at reduced speeds, prompting the introduction of supplementary bus services to maintain connectivity during the morning rush.

Entities

BESIP · Czech Police · Czech Railways · Czech Republic · Jan Polak · Ministry of Transport · PKP Polskie Linie Kolejowe · PKP – Polskie Linie Kolejowe · Police of the Czech Republic · Pěšky městem

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[● 2 SOURCES] Between January 2023 and June 2026, there were 1,748 accidents involving cyclists under the age of 14. jihlavska.drbna.cz
[● 2 SOURCES] 45.3% of injured children were not wearing helmets. jihlavska.drbna.cz
[○ 1 SOURCE] There were 30 school streets in the Czech Republic as of spring 2026. ekolist.cz
[○ 1 SOURCE] Up to 80% of parents support the maintenance of school streets. ekolist.cz
[● 2 SOURCES] Two of the recorded cycling accidents involving children under 14 resulted in fatalities. jihlavska.drbna.cz
[● 2 SOURCES] 67.8% of injured children on scooters were not wearing helmets. jihlavska.drbna.cz