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Driver's Tips
Never drive around lowered gates --
It's illegal and
deadly. If you suspect a signal is malfunctioning, call your local law
enforcement agency or the railroad, OR dial 911. Never race a train to
the crossing -- Even if you tie, you lose. Do not get trapped on a
crossing. Only proceed through a crossing if you are sure you can cross all
the track. Get out of your vehicle if it stalls on a crossing and
call your local law enforcement agency for assistance. Only attempt to
restart if you can post lookouts to warn of approaching trains. Watch
out for a second train when crossing multiple tracks.
Expect a train on
the track at any time. Trains do not follow set schedules. Be aware
trains cannot stop quickly. It can take a mile or more to stop once the
emergency brakes are applied. When the engineer can see you it is already to
late to be able to avoid a collision. Do not misjudge the train's speed
and distance. A train's large mass makes it impossible to accurately judge
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Pedestrian Tips
Railroad tracks,
trestles, yards and equipment are private property and trespassers are
subject to arrest and fines. There are over 200,000 miles of railroad
tracks in the U.S. Since 1990, there have been over 3,672 people
killed while trespassing on railroad rights-of-way and property
Trains
cannot stop quickly:
•150-car freight train approximate stopping
distance
•30 mph = 3,500 feet or 2/3 of a mile
50 mph = 8,000 feet or 1
1/2 miles
•8-car passenger train approximate stopping distance
•60 mph =
3,500 feet or 2/3 of a mile
79 mph = 6,000 feet or 1 1/8 miles
DO NOT walk, run, cycle or operate all terrain vehicles
(ATVs) on railroad tracks and property or through tunnels. Cross
tracks ONLY at designated pedestrian or roadway crossings. Observe all
warning signs and signals. DO NOT hunt, fish or bungee jump from railroad
trestles. There is only enough clearance on tracks for a train to pass. They are not meant to be sidewalks or pedestrian bridges. DO NOT
attempt to hop aboard railroad equipment at any time. A slip of the foot can
cost you a limb. Be aware trains DO NOT follow set schedules. Any Time is
Train Time!
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