Rail lines are active and trains can take over a mile to stop. Follow these tips to stay safe:
- Cross only at designated public crossings with signs or signals.
- Look both ways and stop for trains – stay well back from the tracks.
- Never walk between rails or on railroad property – it’s illegal and dangerous.
- Avoid distractions like headphones or phones near tracks.
- At crossings with multiple tracks, check that all are clear before crossing.
Stay Off the Tracks: Taking photos or videos on Union Pacific property – including tracks, bridges, and signal towers – is dangerous and illegal. Always shoot from a safe, legal distance.