The Emergency Notification Systems (ENS) sign gives the public critical emergency contact information at every highway-rail grade crossing. The information on the ENS sign enables the public to reach the railroad responsible for the crossing and to identify the specific crossing in the event of an emergency.

In Case of Emergency, Use ENS Signs To Get Help

Report emergencies and safety concerns at a highway-rail grade crossing by using the information on the ENS sign at the grade crossing. 

•        Locate the blue-and-white ENS sign at the grade crossing.
•        Call for help! Call the railroad’s emergency contact number listed on the ENS sign.
•        Communicate your location by providing the identification number and state the nature of the emergency to the dispatcher.

The signs contain the railroad’s emergency contact number and the U.S. Department of Transportation National Crossing Inventory Number, which identifies the exact location of the crossing to the railroads.

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