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A Metrolink train hit a car in Santa Ana this evening that apparently got too close to the train tracks, at about 6 pm. this evening.
Metrolink reported that the train was number 812 and the accident temporarily closed the train tracks between Santa Ana and Orange.
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The driver of the car that was struck was apparently uninjured.
The accident happened at 17th and Lincoln.
The train track was cleared about a half hour after the accident.
drivers need to get off their phones, I’m only guessing why he or she did not see the warning lights