Massive waves washing over railroad tracks in San Clemente forced another disruption of Amtrak and Metrolink service between Orange and San Diego counties Saturday afternoon.<\/p>\n
On September 6, 2026, passengers at the Irvine Transportation Center were alerted to track closures caused by high tide and weather conditions along the coastal rail corridor.<\/p>\n
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner Train 580 was seen arriving at Irvine, where passengers were instructed to detrain and board a bus that would connect them with another train in Oceanside. Numerous trains were canceled due to the conditions, while Metrolink was not providing alternate transportation for its affected service.<\/p>\n
At San Clemente State Beach, powerful waves repeatedly washed over the railroad tracks in an area that has also experienced land movement in recent years. A railroad work vehicle was seen monitoring conditions while being battered by waves.<\/p>\n
Several teenagers were also seen walking along the closed tracks when a large wave slammed into them. They were able to get clear and did not appear to be injured or swept into the ocean.<\/p>\n
Metrolink cited emergency repairs in connection with the closure, although no active repair work was observed at the location at the time the video was recorded.<\/p>\n
The disruption could continue into Sunday as high surf continues impacting the coastal corridor.<\/p>\n
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