You may you legally go around or under a railroad crossing gate that is being lowered:
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When you can see clearly in both directions.
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When the warning lights are not flashing.
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Under no circumstances.
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As long as you honk your horn loudly.
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Explanation
Going around or under a railroad crossing gate that is being lowered is extremely dangerous and illegal. Railroad crossing gates are installed to prevent vehicles from crossing the tracks when a train is approaching. Ignoring these signals and attempting to bypass the gates poses a significant risk of a collision with an oncoming train.
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