GEORGE NEWS - A woman was nearly hit by a train on the railway line on Tuesday morning, 7 February. The incident happened next to Hope Street in Bos en Dal.
According to information received she was walking on the railway line and didn't hear the approaching train. When she eventually turned and saw the train, she jumped out of the way but she nevertheless got a glancing blow from the train.
She sustained moderate injuries and was transported to hospital by ER24 paramedics. She is expected to make a full recovery.
What the law says
Never walk down a train track; it's illegal and it's dangerous. By the time a locomotive driver can see a trespasser or a vehicle on the tracks, it is too late.
The only place you may cross a railway line is at an authorised and properly marked railway crossing. If possible, use a footbridge.
Always stop, look both ways, and listen for trains before crossing the tracks.
When driving
It is illegal and dangerous to stop your vehicle on railway tracks. Violators will be fined. If your vehicle stalls on the tracks, get out immediately and move quickly away from the tracks. Call the police for assistance.
Look both ways and listen for a train when you cross railroad tracks. Always obey all traffic signs and signals.
Wait at least five metres behind the stop line when waiting for a train to pass.
Never drive around lowered gates – it's unlawful and deadly.
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