One of the metrolink trains was on fire shortly after the crash and a currently unknown number of passengers were injured. At least seven have died according to the latest report. It is advised to check your schedule before using the Los Angeles Metrolink today.
A few of the Metrolink cars lay on their sides, some partly torn open. The other train in the collision was a Union Pacific freight train.
The collision occurred at 4:23 pm in the afternoon.
The Metrolink train left Union Station in downtown Los Angeles and was headed northwest to Moorpark in Ventura County. The train during the rush hour is normally carrying 350 passengers.
Reported by Political Pistachio
