Two people were hurt when a METRORail train collided with a car earlier today close to Texas Medical Center in Houston; both are expected to recover fully.According to KHOU, the incident happened shortly before 10 a.m. on Fannin at Wichita Street, close to the Museum District. According to authorities, the accident was caused by a car turning illegally in front of an approaching train. The driver and one train passenger were hospitalized for non-life-threatening injuries.
The train derailed and stopped off its intended tracks, according to information provided by FOX 26 Houston. Later, a METRO official verified that the car was heading north in a lane intended for southbound traffic, which caused it to collide with the rail and cause the collision.
Delays were reported by local commuters, and emergency services moved swiftly to guarantee everyone’s safety and offer medical support to those affected. METRO officials are trying to piece together what happened before the incident as they continue their investigation.
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