30 Apr 2024 | 11:33 PM UTC
US: Lingering transport disruptions likely after public transport accident injures at least 55 people in Los Angeles, Calif., April 30
Train, bus collide on Exposition Boulevard in Los Angeles, Calif., US, April 30, injuring 55 people; lingering transport disruptions likely.
Lingering transport disruptions are likely in parts of Los Angeles, California, after a Los Angeles Metro Rail (LA Metro) train and a University of Southern California (USC) bus collided on the city's Exposition Boulevard near the USC campus and Natural History Museum April 30. The crash injured at least 55 people, most of whom responding authorities treated and released at the scene.
LA Metro authorities implemented single-tracking conditions on part of the E Line following the incident, including near the USC campus. While LA Metro staff had reportedly reopened the affected tracks and began to resume normal service as of around 16:00, they nonetheless advised that residual delays were likely. Additionally, authorities closed Exposition Boulevard between South Figueroa Street and Bill Robertson Lane following the crash. Officials did not immediately report the cause of the accident, which remained under investigation as of the afternoon of April 30.
Residual heightened security measures are possible in the area over the coming hours.
Avoid the crash site until authorities vacate the scene and local traffic flows normalize. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and residual disruptions. Monitor official transport advisories and allow additional time to travel in surrounding areas of Los Angeles. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
