Brownsville & Rio Grande International Railway Brings Rail Safety Education to Local Schools
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The Brownsville & Rio Grande International Railway (BRG), part of OmniTRAX, is introducing rail safety education in local elementary schools through Operation Lifesaver. This initiative addresses the significant issue of pedestrian trespassing on active railroads, which leads to many fatalities and injuries. With the upcoming See Tracks? Think Train® Week scheduled for September 21-27, BRG encourages schools to apply for free classroom training by contacting Andrea Meneses by September 15, 2026. BRG President Shariff Gonnella emphasized the importance of teaching children safe practices around railroads, as over 95% of railroad fatalities are linked to pedestrian incidents.
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