A different take on a grade crossing issue. This guy doesn't know what an "exempt" crossing is. This is in central Nassau County NY. The track is part of an old freight spur that used to serve many industries in the area during and after WW II.
I've seen the LIRR and NY&A run trains through here often and they always have a flagger at the crossings prior to letting the train through. Today its used for storing MOW equipment and materials. The Ringling Bros RBBX used to park on these tracks when the circus was in town.
Green light or not- I guess if you don't see this massive train in front of you and crash into it then you get what you deserve. I'm sure our dear Senator will get the straight story soon.