North Carolina Officials Try to Reduce Train Deaths
North Carolina officials are trying to figure out how to reduce the number of fatal train accidents in the state.
The News & Observer of Raleigh reports 15 people have died in train-related accidents so far this year. That compares with 18 deaths for all of 2012.
Those walking on the railroad tracks and right of way can be charged with a misdemeanor.
Nelson High with the Transportation Department points out that it can take a train a mile or more to stop.
Officials say most non-pedestrian deaths involve drivers who try to beat trains at a crossing.
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