Will a train stop for you?

Okay, so, will a train stop for you? Seriously, think about it. The answer is pretty much a big, resounding NO. And honestly, hoping it will is... well, it's just not realistic, and incredibly dangerous.

Here's the deal, and it's kinda scary when you really process it: At just 55 mph, a freight train, like, those huge ones we see rumbling along, needs over a mile to come to a complete stop. A MILE! That's like, what, 18 football fields laid end to end? I mean, can you even imagine that distance? It's insane!

I remember once, driving near some train tracks, and seeing a train coming. Even from a good distance away, the sheer size and speed were intimidating. It made me think, "Wow, there's absolutely nothing stopping that thing quickly if something were in its path."

So, yeah, basically, the rule is: assume the train can't see you, and even if it does, assume it can't stop in time. Stay off the tracks. Seriously. It's just not worth the risk. Is saving a few seconds worth your life? I definitely don't think so.