It’s rail safety awareness week.
Manitobans are reminded to be cautious and follow the rules around railways.
Last year there were 15 rail-crossing accidents in Manitoba that resulted in two fatalities and three serious injuries, plus one fatality and two serious injuries caused by trespassing on railways.
Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler says most rail accidents are preventable.
Each year, 2,100 North Americans are killed or seriously injured when they engage in unsafe behaviour around tracks and trains.
Basic rail safety includes being prepared to stop a vehicle at every rail crossing, never stopping a vehicle on the tracks and never trespassing on railways, which are private property.
