Vehicle and train collision in Vista disrupts traffic flow

A SPRINTER train collided with a vehicle on Sunday afternoon at the intersection of Woodland Drive and S Santa Fe Avenue in Vista, California. The incident occurred just before 3 p.m. and required immediate emergency response.

The Vista Fire Department reported that both the train and vehicle sustained only minor damage, and importantly, no injuries occurred. The intersection remained closed to traffic for approximately one hour, creating considerable traffic delays in the surrounding area.

Local authorities have begun investigating the circumstances that led to the collision, though specific details about how the accident happened have not yet been released. This incident serves as an important reminder about the potential dangers at railroad crossings and emphasizes the need for drivers to exercise extreme caution when approaching train tracks.