Incident involved a truck stuck on the tracks; crossing at Westbrook Avenue is closed.
UNION CITY, Ga. — Two people were injured Wednesday morning after a train collided with a truck in Union City. The incident occurred around 7:30 a.m. at the Westbrook Avenue and Watson Street rail crossing, according to Fulton County officials.
Authorities confirmed the collision involved a truck that was reportedly stuck on the tracks. The two individuals were injured, though the severity of their injuries was not immediately released. It is not yet clear if the injured were in the vehicle.
The rail crossing at Westbrook Avenue is currently closed as emergency crews respond to the scene and investigators work to determine the cause of the collision. The train is operated by CSX, a major freight carrier.
This collision underscores the ongoing safety challenges at grade crossings, which are a critical point of failure for the entire U.S. rail network. While this is a freight line, major incidents can cause significant supply chain disruptions and ripple effects that delay passenger services, like Amtrak, which share trackage with freight operators.
Local authorities are advising motorists to avoid the area. The rail line will remain closed until the investigation and cleanup are complete and a full safety inspection of the track has been performed.