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Preliminary 2006 Statistics (Jan thru Nov 2006*):
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National
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At least 362 people were killed and 999 seriously injured in over 2891
highway-rail grade crossing collisions. |
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At least 530 people were killed and 466 were injured while trespassing on
railroad rights-of-way and railroad property. |
| Texas |
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At least 42 people were killed* and 147 seriously injured* in over 336
highway-rail grade crossing collisions. |
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At least 51** people were killed and 69* were injured while trespassing on
railroad rights-of-way and railroad property. |
* Texas is, unfortunately, #1 in the nation in these areas.
** Texas ranks #2 in this area of Trespassers who were killed.
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- There are over 218,000 miles of railroad tracks in the United States.
- DO NOT walk, run, cycle or operate all terrain vehicles (ATVs) on railroad tracks or rights-of-way or through tunnels.
- Cross tracks ONLY at designated pedestrian or roadway crossings. Observe and obey all warning signs and signals.
- DO NOT hunt, fish or bungee jump from railroad trestles. They are not designed to be sidewalks or pedestrian bridges - there is only enough clearance on the tracks for the train to pass.
- DO NOT attempt to hop aboard railroad equipment at any time. A slip of the foot can cost you a limb, or your life.
For a complete listing of national statistics, please visit our national web site at: www.oli.org
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