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Train collides with semi-trailer in Tornillo
By Eliya Alvidrez at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Deputies responded to a crash involving a train and a semi-trailer in Tornillo, Texas, Tuesday morning, July 14, according to the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. Deputies responded to the crash just after 9 a.m. at OT Smith and Alameda Avenue. Officials reported no one wa...
Key takeaway Deputies responded to the crash just after 9 a.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The collision between a train and a semi-trailer in Tornillo raises concerns about the safety of rail crossings in rural areas of El Paso County. The fact that the crash occurred at a specific intersection, OT Smith and Alameda Avenue, suggests that this location may warrant additional scrutiny from transportation officials. With no one in the semi-trailer at the time of the crash, this incident could have had a much more devastating outcome, emphasizing the need for continued vigilance and safety measures at these crossings. As the investigation into this crash unfolds, local residents will be watching to see what steps are taken to prevent similar incidents in the future, particularly in areas where trains and vehicular traffic frequently intersect. The El Paso County Sheriff's Office will likely play a key role in determining the cause of the crash and recommending any necessary safety improvements.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Deputies responded to a crash involving a train and a semi-trailer in Tornillo, Texas, Tuesday morning, July 14, according to the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. Deputies responded to the crash just after 9 a.m. at OT Smith and Alameda Avenue. Officials reported no one wa...
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