Train Collides with Car on Emeryville Tracks

Incident occurred early Saturday morning after driver got stuck on the railroad tracks.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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A train collided with a car that had become stuck on the railroad tracks in Emeryville, California around 1 a.m. on Saturday morning. The driver, a woman, had reportedly turned onto the tracks and become stuck before exiting the vehicle. No injuries were reported.

Why it matters

Train collisions with vehicles on tracks are a serious public safety concern, as they can result in injuries, fatalities, and significant property damage. This incident highlights the need for increased driver awareness and caution when approaching railroad crossings.

The details

According to a police department press release, the collision occurred shortly after 1 a.m. when a woman turned onto the railroad tracks in Emeryville and became stuck. She was able to exit the vehicle before the train collided with it. No injuries were reported from the incident.

  • The collision occurred around 1 a.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Emeryville Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that issued a press release about the incident.

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The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder for drivers to be extremely cautious when approaching railroad crossings and to never attempt to cross the tracks if a vehicle becomes stuck. Prompt action by the driver to exit the vehicle likely prevented serious injuries or fatalities in this case.