Americans are surrounded by smart technology, from our phones and TVs to automobile safety features and home security. As such, you might not be surprised to know that these advancements have made their way to the railroad transportation sector. The Association of American Railroads (AAR) reported on some recent developments,…
Railroad companies across this nation have strict rules to follow. Most of the rules serve purposes of safety and protection of motorists and pedestrians. As you may know, sometimes railroad companies do not follow said rules. This can cause fatal accidents. Yet, train passengers and nearby motorists can be injured…
The Florida Department of Transportation is planning to install fences around Amtrak train tracks in Seminole County after the death of two pedestrians in November. FDOT anticipates spending $300,000 to place a 6-foot high chain link fence around four miles of tracks that pedestrians commonly cross. The two separate incidents…