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kpollak@portal.ca (Karl Pollak) wrote:

>chrisf@iceonline.com (Canadian) wrote:
>
>>My question is, why does the train need to use its horn constantly
>>through this area?  Aren't the flashing car barriers enough? 
>
>
>No, the barriers are not enough.  Safety Regulations require the engine
>driver to blow his horn and any and every level crossing, regardless of the
>safety equipment at the site.  Unfortunately, it applies to any train, not
>just the WC Express, and particulalrly applies at night, as many Richmond
>residents found out, much to their chagrin.
>
>The price you pay for progress ...
>
In Alberta, the municipalities are able to pass bylaws preventing
trains from sounding there whistles at crossings in the
municipalities.  I wonder if the same thing can be done here???



Paul Allemekinders     paa@qb.island.net
Parksville, B.C., Canada