The summer will be here soon and if you plan to take a road trip or do some driving in new areas, there is one New York State law that you should keep in mind.

What is the New York State law about parking on, or driving on, railroad tracks?

There is a critical demand that New York State has and it might save your life if you find you are in a particular situation.

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We have all been there, you approach a railroad crossing and there seems to be just enough room on the other side and you notice that there is a train coming and the gates (if there are gates) are starting to come down. What happens next might change everything.

If you find that you are not sure what to do, stay behind the tracks or move forward, the best advice is to stay where you are.

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What Is The Demand From New York State?

New York State has many tracks that cross back and forth. Some of the train tracks that you see might be more rural and not have the lights and sounds that you might expect. Keep the following demand in mind.

If you are stuck on any part of the tracks: "GET OUT! (That includes EVERYONE in the car, children, babies, an elderly passenger, etc.)"

The summer will be here in a few weeks and now is the time to review a few of the laws that could keep you safe in unique driving scenarios.

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