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Video shows Muni operator appearing to be dozing off Seconds before SF train crash
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Pete Suratos , as published by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· August 24, 2026
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Key points Fortunately, no injuries were reported, despite two passengers being on board at the time. Transit officials have attributed a train collision to operator fatigue.
Transit officials have attributed a train collision to operator fatigue. The incident involved two trains colliding, resulting in a shattered front windshield. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, despite two passengers being on board at the time.
Onboard camera footage reveals the operator's actions leading up to the collision. The footage shows the operator nodding off before waking up and realizing the proximity of the train ahead.
Further details about the incident are available, including the time and circumstances surrounding the collision.
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Category: safety Published: August 24, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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