NEAR-DEATH ESCAPE: Woman Dodges Train by Seconds at UK Crossing

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A terrifying near-miss was captured on CCTV at a level crossing in Southport, where a woman narrowly avoided being struck by an oncoming train. The incident occurred at 9:45 AM on January 24, 2025, at Crescent Road on the Northern line between Birkdale and Hillside. Despite active warning lights and signals, the woman attempted to cross the tracks. She noticed the train barreling toward her at the last second and managed to leap back just in time to avoid a potentially fatal collision. Network Rail officials described the incident as one of the closest calls they’ve ever seen. The footage highlights the deadly risks of ignoring safety protocols at railway crossings. Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant and respect warning systems to prevent tragedies like this from happening in the future.

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• ITV News: Heart-Stopping Footage Shows Near Miss
• BBC News: Risks of Ignoring Railway Safety
• Network Rail: Dangers of Level Crossings