Rail Crossings in the Township

Railways in British Columbia have a long history, and rail in Langley is no exception.

Rail Safety Week is in September. Drivers and pedestrians are reminded of the following rail safety tips:

• Drivers cannot accurately perceive the actual distance and speed of a train on its approach. Never race to beat a train to a crossing. You will lose.
• Always look both ways when approaching a crossing. If there are gates and they are down, never drive around them.
• If your vehicle ever stalls on a crossing, exit the vehicle immediately and call the railway’s phone number posted at the crossing or 911.
• Never idle your car on a crossing. You could become stuck between other vehicles should a train come, and it increases the risk of stalling on the tracks.
• Cross tracks only at marked crossings.
• Observe and obey all warning signs and signals.
• Just like you cross at a crosswalk, always look both ways.
• Watch out for a second train. When the last car of a train passes the railway crossing, do not proceed until you are sure that there is no train coming on another track, in the same or the other direction.
• When crossing tracks at a crossing with wheeled equipment such as bicycles, wheelchairs or strollers, cross the tracks at a 90- degree angle to avoid having the wheels get caught.

Learn more about rail safety by visiting CP Rail, CN Rail, Southern Rail or at Operation Lifesaver.