Railway crossings in Windsor and Essex County are so common that they may even be a part of our daily drive that we don't notice. With children done the school year and more active outdoors, now is a great time to review railway safety.
A few safety tips:
- Only cross at designated areas
- Pay attention to all the gates and signage at crossings
- Never wear earphones while crossing tracks
- Never use railway tracks as a shortcut - it's private property, trespassing and dangerous
- Never get close to a train or try to 'beat' an approaching train
Every year, approximately 100 Canadians die or suffer serious injuries on railway tracks, and all these accidents are preventable.
Please share with your children and friends these safety reminders. Be safe!