Clairmont RCMP offering rail-safety tips for off-highway vehicle users

Mar 20, 2026 | 12:11 PM

Clairmont RCMP are reminding the public to use caution when operating off-highway vehicles near railway tracks.

As warmer temperatures and melting snow create muddy terrain, Mounties say the risk of vehicles becoming stuck increases, creating potential safety risks if they are stuck on or near a railway track.

Mounties in Clairmont are offering safety tips for OHV users:

Avoid travelling on or near railway tracks and rail corridors
Be aware of changing ground conditions that can lead to vehicles becoming stuck
Plan routes in safe, designated areas away from rail infrastructure
Never attempt to cross tracks except at designated crossings

“Operating off-highway vehicles near railway tracks can quickly become dangerous, especially in unpredictable spring conditions,” says Staff Seargent Matthew Short. “We’re asking the public to make safe choices and stay clear of rail lines to prevent potentially serious incidents.”

The detachment is also stressing that railway properties are restricted, and trespassing can result in enforcement action.

On Marchh 17, 2026, the RCMP Taber-Vauxhall detachment responded to a train versus semi-trailer collision near Taber. Fortunately, there were no reports of serious injuries.

by Nathaniel Leigh