MARYSVILLE—The Marysville Police Department will reinforce its commitment to public safety through targeted enforcement and education around railroad crossings on Monday, September 22. Across the United States, rail incidents occur with alarming frequency. A person or vehicle is struck by a train every three hours in the United States, according to Operation Lifesaver Inc. With more than 140,000 miles of track and over 200,000 roadway-railroad crossings nationwide, the risk is widespread. Trespassing is the leading cause of rail-related fatalities, followed by crossing incidents.

As part of Operation Clear Track, the largest national rail safety initiative led by Operation Lifesaver and the Amtrak Police Department, MPD joins agencies across the country to promote safe behaviors near trac

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