Crossing railways can be dangerous.  You should only cross railway tracks at designated crossings. Listen and look both directions for trains that may be approaching, and follow these other safety tips:

• Never stop on the tracks. Make sure your entire car is able to cross with enough space to successfully clear the tracks before starting to go.
• Be aware of other vehicles that must stop at railroad tracks.
• Walking on railroad tracks is really dangerous, so just don’t do it.
• Never race a train to a crossing. Drive with caution around railroad tracks and be prepared to stop.
• Stop if you see or hear a train approaching. You can easily misjudge a train’s speed and distance because large objects appear to be moving slower than they actually are.
• When red lights are flashing at railroad crossings, stop at least 15 feet from the closest track. Do not proceed over a crossing until the red lights stop flashing, even if the gate rises. And never drive around a crossing gate.