I am writing form Kitchener, Ontario. I am a retired railway conductor and former head office safety specialist. I worked for the CPR for 37 years.
The other day, as part of coverage of the terrible events in Lac Megantic Quebec, a story originating in Estevan was broadcast across the country. That story featured Estevan's Mayor Ludwig expressing concern about the crude oil trans-load facility in the city limits.
The mayor and a television reporter were shown walking on railway tracks with no trespassing signs clearly visible in the background.
I would like to remind your readers that it is both dangerous and illegal to walk or trespass on railway property. Many people are injured and killed every year doing so. Please stay safe, keep off railway property.
Ronald Bowman,
Kitchener, Ontario
