Car Struck By Caltrain Catches Fire In Palo Alto
PALO ALTO (CBS SF) -- A train heading south struck a vehicle on train tracks in Palo Alto Monday evening, however, no one was injured during the incident, Caltrain officials said.
The collision occurred around 7:30 p.m. on the tracks near Charleston Road and Alma Street.
Upon impact, the vehicle caught fire. Police and firefighters responded to the scene and firefighters were able to put out the blaze.
The vehicle's occupants were able to escape before train collision, according Palo Alto police.
About 600 people were onboard at the time. No injuries were reported, Caltrain officials said.
Traffic Advisory: the grade crossing at Charleston Road is closed; expect delays on Alma Street as a result of the below incident. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported in the collision. https://t.co/rPo16030BE
— Palo Alto Police (@PaloAltoPolice) February 13, 2018
Drivers in the area and Caltrain passengers should expect delays.
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