There has been another train derailment in Durham Region this week. It is the 6th in 6 years along the 401 corridor from Pickering to Oshawa.
While railways are generally safe, when there is a derailment it has the potential to become a significant event. 12% of rail traffic carries dangerous goods.
Even with the number of train derailments in the area, we would ask how many organizations including schools and daycare, businesses and families have a plan to evacuate.
If you live within 1.6 km of a high speed railway you should be thinking about your evacuation plans including weekdays, evenings, nights, etc.
For the Toronto Star article go to: http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/transportation/article/788421--durham-s-derailment-dilemma
While railways are generally safe, when there is a derailment it has the potential to become a significant event. 12% of rail traffic carries dangerous goods.
Even with the number of train derailments in the area, we would ask how many organizations including schools and daycare, businesses and families have a plan to evacuate.
If you live within 1.6 km of a high speed railway you should be thinking about your evacuation plans including weekdays, evenings, nights, etc.
For the Toronto Star article go to: http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/transportation/article/788421--durham-s-derailment-dilemma
