What’s wrong with this picture?

Do you see the two people by the track? It looks like they are going to cross. Notice the diesel locomotive approaching.

They got across safely this time:

What if one of them had tripped? How long does it take to get back up and off the tracks? In this case, they would have only had about 20 seconds. This picture was taken 23 seconds later:

This isn’t safe. Wait for the train to pass, and then cross the tracks after you are positive there are no more trains coming. Also, you should cross at a grade crossing, where the sidewalk and road are at the same level as the tracks. Otherwise, you should never be on the tracks, as it is not public property. It is owned by the railroad company. These two individuals were trespassing on BNSF property.

This was in Wayzata, Minnesota on September 9, 2006 during the James J. Hill Days.