A newly released video captures the dramatic moment when a FrontRunner train collided with an SUV at a railroad crossing in Layton, Utah, on February 4.
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The vehicle’s driver escaped just a second before the impact, avoiding any injuries.
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According to the footage, the SUV was pushed onto the tracks by another vehicle and became stuck. The driver attempted to reverse off the tracks but, in a panic, abandoned the car and fled just seconds before the collision.
The video also shows the train engaging its emergency brakes and repeatedly sounding its horn in an attempt to warn the driver of the imminent danger. However, the impact was unavoidable.
The accident caused over $100,000 in damages, but fortunately, no one was injured.
Following the incident, authorities reinforced warnings for drivers to be extra cautious at railroad crossings and, in case of emergency, to break through the safety barrier if necessary to prevent accidents.
Source and images: X @nexta_tv, Utah Transportation Agency. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
