At a Glance
- Two passengers rescued after a vehicle collided with a heavy-rail train on LA’s Metro East Line.
- The crash happened near South Raymond Ave. and West Exposition Blvd. around 4 p.m.
- All train riders were checked and found uninjured; the vehicle’s other occupants are unknown.
- Why it matters: The incident shows the risks of vehicle-railway interactions and highlights emergency response coordination.
A vehicle struck a Los Angeles Metro train on the busy Metro East Line, prompting a swift rescue by firefighters and a temporary shutdown of the tracks.
Incident Details
Firefighters pulled two passengers from the vehicle after it collided with the train at the intersection of South Raymond Avenue and West Exposition Boulevard at about 4 p.m. The vehicle’s occupants were transported to a local hospital, though it is unclear if there were additional passengers.
All passengers aboard the train were evaluated and reported uninjured.
- Time: ~4 p.m.
- Location: South Raymond Ave. & West Exposition Blvd.
- Vehicle passengers: 2 rescued, transported to hospital
- Train passengers: all uninjured
- Tracks shut down in both directions during removal
Response and Current Status
Metro closed the tracks in both directions for an unspecified period while the vehicle was removed and passengers were offloaded at the next platform. The cause of the collision remains unknown.
The incident underscores the importance of coordination between fire departments and transit authorities during rail emergencies.
Key Takeaways
- Two passengers rescued and hospitalized.
- Train passengers uninjured.
- Tracks shut down for cleanup; cause still unknown.
The incident highlights the critical role of emergency responders in preventing further harm during rail accidents.
