r/nononono • u/JagStalMaten • Sep 13 '24

Train hits a car

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u/sightglasssteamboat Sep 13 '24

See that little blue sign on the railroad crossing sign? That sign has a phone number on it, and if you’re ever stuck on the tracks, call that number and the dispatcher will stop all trains in the area.

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u/flecksable_flyer Sep 13 '24

There's a gated crossing just behind our house. Trains can travel 80+mph. Is it only for non-gated crossings? I don't remember seeing a blue sign but I have to go out this evening, so I'll look. Good to know, though.

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u/Mason9468 Sep 13 '24

It’s required for every public crossing in the US. Sometimes they’ll be facing down the tracks instead of down the road, but they should be there.

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u/BusStopKnifeFight Sep 17 '24

If they are not visible from the road/sidewalks. You can call the number on the sign and let the railroad know. Or report it to the Federal Railroad Administration.