UTA TRAX Green Line Derails After Car Turns in Front of Train Near Salt Lake City Airport, Two Injured

July 31, 2026, per FOX 13 News Utah Report, a UTA TRAX Green Line train derailed in Salt Lake City on Friday morning after a car turned directly in front of the train near 2200 West and North Temple. Two people were injured at the scene, and regular service was suspended for several hours, causing significant delays for morning commuters.

Details of the Incident

According to Utah Transit Authority spokesperson Gavin Gustafson, the collision occurred at approximately 7:00 a.m. on Friday, July 31, at 2200 West and North Temple in Salt Lake City, near the Salt Lake City International Airport area. A car turned left in front of the approaching TRAX Green Line train, which then struck the vehicle. The force of the impact caused one car of the TRAX train to derail. Salt Lake City firefighters confirmed that two people were injured and treated at the scene. No passengers aboard the TRAX train were reported to have been injured.

Service Disruptions and Response

Utah Transit Authority immediately implemented a bus bridge to maintain service for Green Line passengers, connecting riders between the Airport Station and the North Temple/Guadalupe Station while crews worked to clear the scene and re-rail the train. Riders were warned to expect delays of over 30 minutes throughout the morning commute. By approximately 9:25 a.m., UTA announced that the bus bridge had been canceled as trains were cleared to move through the area again, though residual delays of 20 to 25 minutes remained on the Green Line.

Investigation Ongoing

The cause of the crash and the condition of the driver of the car remain under investigation. No further details have been released by UTA or law enforcement at this time. This incident is one of several TRAX-vehicle collisions that have occurred along North Temple in Salt Lake City in recent years, raising ongoing questions about intersection safety at crossings along the Green Line corridor.

Train and light rail accidents can cause serious, unexpected injuries for drivers, passengers, and bystanders alike. If you or a loved one has been hurt in a TRAX or transit-related collision in Utah, an experienced train accident attorney in Salt Lake City at Waddoups Law Personal Injury Attorney can help you understand your rights and pursue the compensation you deserve.

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