Blog Posts in May, 2015

Train/Rail Accidents a Result of Aging Tracks and Failure to Make Safety Upgrades

BART Safety Issues While public transportation is certainly good for the environment and a solution for San Francisco residents given the Bay Area traffic, it does carry its own set of risks. Deteriorating tracks present a hazard, putting many passengers at risk. According to a report in the San Francisco Chronicle , only about 20% of BART’s tracks have been replaced since it opened in 1972. One ...