A trolley crash in Chula Vista, California left 17 people injured after a vehicle collided with a San Diego Metropolitan Transit System trolley. The incident took place at Industrial Boulevard and L Street around 4:34 p.m., as confirmed by the Chula Vista Fire Department.
Out of the 17 individuals injured, three of them sustained major trauma and were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. It remains unclear whether the victims were passengers in the vehicle or on the trolley at the time of the crash.
As a result of the collision, the area surrounding L Street and Broadway has been closed off to the public for an unspecified period. Additionally, the MTS has temporarily suspended Blue Line service between the H Street and Palm Avenue stations.
For commuters affected by the service disruption, the MTS has advised utilizing Route 932 for transportation between the impacted stations. Expect delays along the Blue Line until further notice, as announced on social media platforms like X, previously known as Twitter, at 5:04 p.m.
The authorities are actively investigating the circumstances leading to the crash, and updates on the situation will be provided as new information becomes available. Stay tuned for further developments on this unfolding story.
In light of this unfortunate incident, it is crucial for drivers and public transportation users to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations to prevent such accidents in the future. Safety should always be a top priority for everyone on the road. Let us all strive to create a safer environment for commuters and pedestrians alike.
