A train hit a car near Fallowfield Station on Sunday. The incident occurred in Ottawa's south end. The collision happened in the Barrhaven area. Firefighters pulled the driver from the vehicle. The driver was stuck inside. The driver was brought to hospital. There was no word on injuries. The driver's condition was not immediately known. Police did not say what caused the crash. The investigation is ongoing. Traffic was blocked for hours. Commuters endured long delays. OC Transpo buses were sent on alternate routes. The crossing arms were working. Witnesses reported a loud bang. Emergency crews were present on scene until late afternoon.
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Firefighters rescue trapped driver after collision with a train near Fallowfield Station - CBC
Firefighters rescue trapped driver after collision with a train near Fallowfield Station CBC
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Driver taken to hospital after train strikes vehicle near Fallowfield Station - CTV News
Driver taken to hospital after train strikes vehicle near Fallowfield Station CTV News
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One taken to hospital after vehicle-train collision in Barrhaven - Ottawa Citizen
One taken to hospital after vehicle-train collision in Barrhaven Ottawa Citizen
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Driver taken to hospital after train strikes vehicle near Fallowfield Station - CP24
Driver taken to hospital after train strikes vehicle near Fallowfield Station CP24
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Train strikes vehicle near Fallowfield Station in Ottawa's south end - CTV News
Train strikes vehicle near Fallowfield Station in Ottawa's south end CTV News