» You should stop before crossing railroad tracks:

You should stop before crossing railroad tracks:

Even when the railroad tracks are out-of-service.
If your vehicle has three or more axles.
Any time there are no signals at the railroad crossing.
Any time a train may be approaching, whether or not you can see it.
Explanation

Always stop before crossing railroad tracks if a train is approaching. Trains can come from either direction at any time and may not always be visible. Flashing red warning lights, a lowered crossing gate, or a train’s audible warning signal all indicate that a train is approaching, and you must stop your vehicle. Never attempt to go around a gate or ignore any signal of an approaching train.

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