FAIRLEA, WV (WVNS) - Some folks from the West Virginia Public Service Commission are at the State Fair of West Virginia 100th anniversary celebration spreading the word on safety.
West Virginia Operation Lifesaver is spreading the word about railroad safety, and why it is so important.
This booth immediately catches lots of kids' eyes because of the super cool model trains, and the free conductor hats - but it also teaches kids a lot of very important lessons about railroad safety.
The state coordinator for WV operation lifesaver says it is an issue lots of folks do not think about, but railroad safety is serious business.
"If you see tracks, think train. None of us need to be on the railroad tracks unless you're operating the train or working for the railroad. They are not a playgroun