A train has collided with a vehicle at a level crossing near Phillipi Station on the Cape Flats.

Metrorail spokesperson Zino Mihi says reports indicate that the train driver observed a vehicle approaching the level crossing and sounded the warning horn.

Mihi says despite the warning the driver of the vehicle proceeded to the crossing leading to the collision.

Mihi says the driver escaped without injury.

“Trains by nature appear to be moving slowly at a distance resulting in motorists miscalculating their speed. However, they are fast moving and are not able to make sudden stops. Therefore, we urge all road users and pedestrians to continue exercising extreme caution when approaching level crossings and to adhere to warning signals.”