Bicyclist dies after being struck by SunRail train in Orange County, firefighters say

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A bicyclist has died after being hit by a SunRail train near Orlando, according to Orange County Fire Rescue.

Firefighters said the crash occurred around 5:55 p.m. at the intersection of Orange Avenue and Lancaster Road.

Troopers said the male bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Firefighters said Lancaster Road is closed west of Orange Avenue.

Stay with WFTV Eyewitness News for updates on this breaking news.

#trafficalert #CRASH involving @RideSunRail & bicycle Lancaster Rd/Orange Av. One fatality on scene. Lancaster Rd closed west of Orange Av. OCFR #PIO on scene.#BREAKING @FHPOrlando pic.twitter.com/6PclJ3hh09
— OCFire Rescue (@OCFireRescue) February 28, 2019

NB Trains P332, P334 & P336 and SB trains P335 & P333 are delayed 120 mins for police assistance near the tracks. We will continue to provide updates.
— SunRail (@RideSunRail) February 28, 2019