Car struck by train in Snohomish County shuts down road after driver goes around crossing arms
Aug 13, 2026, 7:33 AM | Updated: 9:27 am
(Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)
(Photo courtesy of KIRO 7)
A car was struck by a train in Snohomish County early Thursday morning, closing down Airport Way after the driver went around the lowered railroad crossing arms.
At approximately 6:04 a.m., Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) deputies were dispatched to the collision site at Airport Way and Lowell Snohomish River Road, SCSO confirmed to KIRO Newsradio.
🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT — SNOHOMISH 🚨
Car vs. Train
EMS and Fire are enroute to a vehicle vs. train collision near Snohomish Airport Way / Lowell Snohomish River Rd / 99th Ave SE.
Please be advised that emergency crews will be working in the area. Avoid the area and take alternates. pic.twitter.com/Mm9uIc0gPT
— Snohomish County Fire District 4 (@SnohomishFD4) August 13, 2026
The vehicle was occupied by one person who sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Emergency medical services and fire personnel are en route to the scene.
There is currently no estimated time for Airport Way to be reopened.
Snohomish County Fire District 4 advised that emergency crews will be working throughout the area.
Travelers are urged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
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