Texas DPS shares video to warn truckers of the dangers of rural railroad crossings

The Texas Department of Public Safety (TXDPS) shared a dash cam video of a serious truck vs. train crash to remind drivers to use extra caution at rural railroad crossings.

On June 8, TXDPS shared dash cam video from a vehicle following a commercial vehicle that was struck by a BNSF train at an uncontrolled railroad crossing.

Officials shared the video to remind drivers to listen for trains in rural areas.

“Rural railroad crossings may not have gates or crossing arms, but that doesn’t mean they’re any less dangerous. If you hear a train’s audible warning, stop and wait. Trains can’t stop quickly, and taking a chance isn’t worth the risk,” TXDPS said.

Take a look at the video below.