NS 18T SEPARATES AND GOES INTO EMERGENCY AT SHENANDOAH JUNCTION WV!!

[@dsop]

The fact you drove the conductor to the back is the coolest thing ever!

[@andywomack3414]

As an ex-railroader and union person I find offering such services for free to this behemoth of shareholder value to be immoral. Had the conductor been injured while riding in a private vehicle the RR corp would probably sue those offering that ride into bankruptcy. Such actions are doing RR employees no favor.

[@WSTLNZ]

@@andywomack3414 What utter crap. As an "ex-railroader myself, that "there" RIDE (to and from the front of the train) is JUST what a member of the public should do in that situation, by offering someone a "hitched ride", (nothing more - nothing less), as it's NOT as if they had charged a fee, "for the ride", so it wouldn't ever be seen (by the railway directors themselves), as anything other than a goodwill "public" gesture, that would have saved the railway considerable time - if the conductor had been left to his own two feet, to scamble along the track himself - where (OMG), he was more at risk of personal injury from a fall alongside the track where, out of sight of any "help" he may well have delayed the train for a considerable time, especially if he'd hit his head in such a fall, as to knock himself unconscious, or worse, fallen on ironwork and died. The public who assited him were not only saving the railways valuable time (train "on track" time) but by assisting the conductor, by offering to take him directly to the problematic wagon's coupler, they saved the conductor from the extremely long walk IN BOTH DIRECTIONS, as the train WOULD NOT have had any permission from anyone, to "set back so far just to pick up the conductor, so he WOULD have had to return tothe loco himself a very long difficult "scramble" alongside the track. For what - denying the offer and continuing to "walk" ? He wasn't getting paid to walk, he was getting paid to "fix it" as quickly as possible, including accepting a valiant offer of a ride, direct to the problem. AND BACK to the lead engine. .... As a RAILWAY PERSON, (paid bythe NZR) I can attest to the fact that no "charges" would have been laid against a person doing a "civil duty" to asist .

[@ScottGpa]

As a 10 year old kid I was a train nut. My mom would pack me a thermos of soup and a sandwich then I'd call on my pal and we'd bike miles out of the town to hang out train spotting for hours. Had to give it up when the railway retired the steam power. Diesels were just too darned fast to get any numbers from. This was in England in the 1950's. Well I'm 70 now and still marvel at trains, the power, the length, the height and as a lifetime career trucker in North America I still feel the fascination as I see those long coal and crude oil trains heading south through the Thompson River canyon here in British Columbia, Canada. You young men will most likely never forget this experience for your entire lives. Well done lending a hand.

[@justtraininsanity8463]

A very enlightening experience from both sides, I will never forget it for sure. Thank you for sharing that wonderful story ^^

[@jovetj]

The internet allows you to sit in the comfort of your own home and watch trains, too. It's not the same as being there, but it's still darn fun. There are many rail cameras to choose from. I'm not as old as you are, but I've had the opportunity to experience railfanning some steam trains. They are amazing and unforgettable machines!

[@AC-ro6ib]

Where were you all of the times that I had to walk a train as a conductor? LOL! Nice of you to give him a ride. Trust me, he appreciated it more than he could express.

[@The-Cat]

Covid-19 disapproves your socializing apprechiations 😆😆😆😆😆❤️️

[@cdavid8139]

No kidding. Good for these guys to think of that.

[@browndude3649]

It said one of the motors was "capped", what does that mean?

[@chaosdemonwolf1]

@@browndude3649 I (think) it means the stack (exhaust) is covered for whatever reason.

[@justtraininsanity8463]

@ C.D Wolf that is correct. That engine was on its way to Cumberland yard for maintenance and storage

[@thomasgasaway5068]

Thanks for a good crew and thanks for good friends. Keep our NS safe and Rolling.

[@alcopower5710]

Rare catch. Have to admit that everything came to a stop pretty quickly considering how fast they were running. Glad to see no injuries or damage.

[@GilmerJohn]

All things considered (the size and speed of the train) is stopped damn quickly!

[@JackMacLupus]

Well i guess thats the advantage of air brakes. As long as they have pressure they stay open, but as soon as they loose pressure they break with all of their power.

[@TheVleckChannel]

Was thinking just that. Impressive.

[@lifetimedreamvideos985]

45 seconds from emergency blow to full stop.

[@lornperkins4270]

I ve seen a train go into emergency once I was surprised how quickly it stopped

[@jovetj]

The time and distance it takes a train to stop depend on several factors: the speed of the train, the topography, the number of cars, how heavy those cars are, etc. I don't know what this train was carrying but if it was mostly empty it would be a lot lighter than heavier cars.

[@weston3303]

that poor driver at the crossing is like "come on, come on, come on, no... no... NOOOOO SO CLOSE"

[@THEREALBLU13]

5:34 I love that you could hear the movement coming down the line and getting closer

[@MichaelJones-uw8gi]

Lived in Florien Louisiana and the Mayor was retired from the KCS railroad. Many times in town or return trips in the ambulance from Shreveport we would help train that went into emergency from separation. Brakeman and conductors appreciated the help.

[@Allen21758]

I've given a conductor a ride before. Where I live CSX has 2 divisions that merge through town then separate 1 line goes north/south the other east/west a CSX dispatcher lined an eastbound train to go north. The train was just over 8,000' and the conductor would have had to walk to the rear of the train plus another 4 blocks to back the train up to get lined for eastbound. It was mid winter and starting to sleet/ freezing rain so I gave him a ride to get the train back on the right track (pun intended). After I took him back to the head end I got to tour the cab of CSX 602. Cool experience.

[@sd90mac61]

Good for you, glad you enjoyed it, people helpn people, that's what it's all about👍👍👍

[@novastardom2689]

Sounds like folkston

[@kishascape]

Yes millehiumforce did that too when he saw a CSX separate. He took the broken coupler and put it in his trunk to keep lmao

[@charlottesvillerailfan]

602 was the Spirit of Maryland

[@andywomack3414]

As an ex-railroader and union person I find offering your services for free to this behemoth of shareholder value to be immoral. Had the conductor been injured while riding in you vehicle the RR corp would probably sue you into bankruptcy. You are doing RR employees no favor by doing what you did.

[@benroof851]

great video,guys.Many thanks and regards from The Netherlands.

[@c182SkylaneRG]

This is why train crews probably appreciate train spotters. :) That would have been a 2-mile round-trip walk along uneven gravel alongside the train. This is also why they want train spotters to be watching from a safe distance back from the tracks: so you survive the emergency to then rush in and lend assistance. :) Go look up some derailment videos. I just ran across a few the other day, and will never stand close to the tracks again. I can enjoy the sight of the train without needing to feel its wake as it goes by. :)

[@andywomack3414]

As an ex-railroader and union person I find offering such services for free to this behemoth of shareholder value to be immoral. Had the conductor been injured while riding in a private vehicle the RR corp would probably sue those offering that ride into bankruptcy. Such actions are doing RR employees no favor.

[@ayabokti161]

Actually, I think the railroad has personnel stationed all over the US. And any time this happens, they send out these personnel to help out. It would have probably added a good hour or so to the trains journey. I highly doubt any conductor would walk 2 miles along a track haha

[@ayabokti161]

@@andywomack3414 You definantly sound like a union man 😏

[@andywomack3414]

@@ayabokti161 Ex-railroader as well. Shows how the rail unions have sold-out that they allow their members to engage in the practice of hitch-hiking to do their job. I regret using the term "immoral."

[@daniellibich1376]

Even as train crews appreciate train watchers when many know they can still enjoy the sight of a train passing by from a distance when train watchers are right there when they hear an emergency brake application when they learn a knuckle broke separating the train when train watchers pick up the conductor and bring them to the point of the separation even if the conductor stops for a quick picture.

[@Kini_the_Fox]

Thank you for helping him. I wish there were more people this kind

[@justtraininsanity8463]

I mean I understand how laboring their job is, so I just thought I would help out.

[@cdavid8139]

From a railroader...good job guys helping him out. Those walks can be long

[@sd90mac61]

That second train IS A TRAIN WITH 8 LOCO AT 1 OUT OF SERVICE, BUT STILL 8 LOCOS AMD LONG FREIGHT TRAIN, WOWW!!!!, NICE YA'LL👍👍👍

[@gwiyomikim5988]

Nice video and cool of you to fetch the conductor to help get them moving again. I’m sure there were a number of blocked crossings with frustrated drivers at each one. 👍🏼

[@rodzillarox4882]

I have a buddy of mine who is an engineer for CSX and they call train enthusiasts “foamers” i love them myself and grew up only 200 feet if that from a RR track. Nice vid. Cool how you helped the conductor out on tht long walk

[@jovetj]

The term "foamer" is pejorative (unkind) and refers to a segment of railfans that get overly enthusiastic, where anything exciting makes them seem likely to foam at the mouth or drool uncontrollably. Many railroad crew use the term to describe all railfans, but it's only because these type make the rest of us look silly or reckless. The mentality of a "foamer" seems to be that the railroad is there purely for their entertainment, and the big picture of "railroading" including safety and common sense are lost on them. The filmers of this video do seem to teeter on this type of behavior: trespassing on railroad property, celebrating the separation of the train without respect to the implications, and literally squealing with glee accompanied by absurd disbelief. I still enjoyed the video, and it was kind of them to go offer the conductor a ride. But, let's be safe and sane out there.

[@rodzillarox4882]

@@jovetj i enjoyed the details. I grew up prob 50 yRds from a Norfolk and Western track. Always loved trains and always will. Kind of cool to have a buddy that is an engineer. The stories are great.

[@jacobdubielak]

I bet he is a great csx train engineer

[@ayabokti161]

Pretty cool that you thought fast & knew the area to pick up the conductor at 😍

[@JointedRail2024]

The sound at 5:40 is just bone shivering. The sound of all the cars beginning motion 1 by 1 WAY after the lead locomotives start pulling. This is the reason 8,000'-10,000' long P.S.R freight trains are impractical. You can hear the time between the radio chatter from the engineer to the time the grain car was pulled. Absolutely incredible.

[@applejack2911]

Ex Engineer here, you were standing a he'll of a lot closer to the track than I would in order to film. If those cars came off the tracks you'd only have seconds to react. Food for thought.

[@Utubin]

Very nice filming and great music.👍

[@haaseshouseoscience6377]

Great catch! Also, on 8-27-14 I caught CSX Q138 at Rockville and the leader of the train was a RARE BNSF SD40-2!

[@Lakeside_Rail_Productions]

leased power, it's somewhat common.

[@knobheadnumber4458]

That kid looks like he just catches one of those really rare pokimons

[@nwrailproductions1218]

Which kid?

[@fidikvien7682]

@@nwrailproductions1218 literally all of them haha.... They're all flipping out

[@nwrailproductions1218]

Well I was one of the ones freaking out! Lol I was there to

[@MustangFreak98]

This made me choke on my vape 😂

[@CarlosGonzalez-kt5be]

Oh my God..... a nice video !...

[@johnoneill5661]

Talk about being in the right place at the right time 😮👍👍 I am very impressed by just how quickly that train actually stopped really really good brakes 😊

[@rodralston2279]

Well done, guys. Knowledgeable friends of the railroad, and helping out as friends. Well done.all around.

[@mrfingerlakes8735]

Great catch and for helping the conductor out

[@williamlane6130]

Absolutely magnificent. Love the song. Been feeling that way all my life.

[@robertbowman3406]

I had this happen to me way back in 1966 when I was working for the Great Northern rr. We came to a dead stop and the engineer told me to walk back and see what happened. I was the head brakeman that night. When I got to the break I found that BOTH couplers were in the closed position. I coupled up our train and I walked about 50 cars to the head end. The engineer asked what caused the problem. We determined that it was rough track. I could not find anything else wrong. We made a report when we tied up and never heard anything about it.

[@melfisher1683]

Same exact thing happened to me.

[@Trainlover1995]

Rough track in 1966 doesn’t surprise me. The ICC seemed content to let the railroads rot in favor of highways and air travel.

[@johnwesley6490]

Great job Helping that Conductor, I grew up next to those Tracks. They're getting longer n longer. Gotta love ole Shenandoah Junction

[@thomaskasel1635]

Lord that train stop and made loud screech when stopping

[@pnwsounder1420]

Awesome video, and glad you helped the train crew out.

[@michaelm1]

Eight engines, awesome. And you're so good for helping. Cheers!

[@brianholmes6626]

That's pretty cool to give him a ride like that...good stuff

[@mt5144]

Great video & well done with the quick thinking picking up the Conductor

[@russianmarine6099]

6:25 This is probably the first time I have seen a CSX GEVO power move like that. Pretty neat ngl.

[@jasonmilner679]

That was really nice of yall.

[@MickeyF01]

Great job catching that and providing the rides!

[@GreatWhiteZep]

Awesome of you to go pick up the conductor to bring him to the separation. It's a long walk down 115 cars!

[@HighRail62]

Great Video my friend. I can't say with any sure Remembering I ever seen 2 mid train DPU's. Pretty cool! :)

[@johnwesley6490]

Yeah man that Hline has some surprises.

[@WSTLNZ]

6:22 One of the great things about "camera zoom" is that you can be seen to be, VERY CLOSE TO, if not "on" the track, when in fact you are meters from it on a trackside embankment, which is what I think a lot of commenters here forget about, when complaining of how close you stand, to a moving train, although I must also admit, when a trackworker myself, during the 1970's and 1980's in particular, as part of our daily "on track" maintenance work, we "often" had to stop work, clear the track of any tools and make sure the track we had just been working on, was "safe" for the next train due, to then stand "within meters" of the track, because (put simply) there just wasn''t anywhere else to stand, except within touching distance of the passing trains, so have many times "felt" the air movement, as a train whipped past. In all my many years on the NZR, I never once, was anywhere near any "uncoupling events" nor any derailments, so that the perceived "safety issue" isn't a (for real) issue at all. In all the huge number of train movements in that area, I'd hazard a good guess, it was a fluke it happened, when YOU were right there (filming).

[@mtlassen1992]

I had to wait a good hour one time at some tracks in the mountains of N. California. I was in my jeep, and a slow moving train was passing a stopped train, when the engineer stopped and told me it would be another 10 minutes or so. I thanked him, and said "Hey, you guys care for a beer?" LOL He said "Sure. There's 3 of us up here" So he leaned over and I handed them 3 beers. No harm!

[@jovetj]

They should have declined your offer since drinking on the job is forbidden, and for good reason. As kind of an offer as that may be, it's not worth losing your job over.

[@kgirl4078]

What a catch, right place at the right time ! Great video, I enjoyed watching it ! Be careful and stay safe from this virus :-))

[@justtraininsanity8463]

Thank you Cathy!

[@andreajackson5830]

Those trains were pumping it through there really fast. Great job on how yall helped the conductor. Remember, it doesn't matter where yall are, your always in the right place at the right time. It was meant for yall to be there that day to lend a helping hand. Just be mindful of your surroundings and always have someone with you while filming. Awesome.

[@andywomack3414]

As an ex-railroader and union person I find offering such services for free to this behemoth of shareholder value to be immoral. Had the conductor been injured while riding in a private vehicle the RR corp would probably sue those offering that ride into bankruptcy. Such actions are doing RR employees no favor.

[@PilotA51]

@@andywomack3414 I would say the immorality lies entirely on RR employees for accepting such offers. I think those making the offer, while having good intentions to help a fellow human, are unwise in doing so because they either aren't considering the weight of the liability or they're willing to risk a small chance of destroying their livelihood for a little emotional gain. I'm glad it worked out in this case.

[@andywomack3414]

@@PilotA51 Employees should know better. Companies should have a policy prohibiting employees from accepting transportation other than that provided by the company. I might have a code of operating rules somewhere. I should check. If they are in violation of rules, then it's on them.

[@pacificostudios]

I looked it up, and this happened on the ex-B&O between Martinsburg, WV and Harpers Ferry, WV. In other words, this is where the Amtrak Capitol Ltd. and MARC trains run. That helps explain why this freight train was moving relatively fast, but still within the line speed.

[@yardlimit8695]

a real nice video,,,,,,,,,,,,must have been a neat experience for you guys.............it was nice to see that you got the clear signal all the way and we got to watch it get knocked down .........great catch guys.....

[@craigpalmer5693]

NS freight train was hauling butt on the track lost their cars emergency stop before proceeding their destination 115 cars that's lot awesome video friend bless you

[@nhyardlimit]

Lucky catch! Nice you were able to help the conductor!

[@Tommy-iw8no]

You have to give credit where credit is do!! NS has done a great job in keeping everyone safe from all harm. And yes I have been as around NS for years and I can say that NS is a very well respected railroad company.

[@erikmcc804]

Wow this was amazing, thanks. I really enjoyed it and love the intro usic and then Queen music of Under Pressure. I love that song. Thanks again..

[@silvio.a1309]

Beautiful video. Many greetings from an Italian railway worker. Goodbay

[@kd1841]

Such a cool video edit with great music! Love it!❤️

[@RailfanTurner]

Terrific catches! Amazing background music and graphics!

[@justtraininsanity8463]

Thanks!

[@RailfanTurner]

@@justtraininsanity8463 Your Welcome!

[@robertroth4171]

And all hell breaks loose! NS 18T separates at Shenandoah Junction WV

[@robertgift]

Well done! Thank you. You saved everyone, including the public, much time. I hope the railroad sent a letter of appreciation to you. Be ready to run away from the track in case anything derails while you are so close. Don't be so close. Don'trespass on railroad property. PS: Always show a train entering a grade crossing in case a vehicle is hit.

[@kalitta9991]

Thank you very much for this excellent video👍 NS and CSX two strong,big and top train🚂👑👑

[@squarebodycasewademckenney6190]

Really a nice design for both side of a seperated train to automatically hit the emergency brake like that and the back half to have air reserves to do it

[@sydneymartin6941]

That is airbrake for you but the back portion does not keep the air as you say Each truck slams on its own brakes so all air is dispelled I know because I was an airbrake driver That is how it works unless it is made in Russia then it would work otherwise

[@KelvinHenderson]

Lots of power on second train!!😮😮😮 Great video 💯👍

[@NashRailfan]

Out of my 2 years of railfanning, I never seen that happen

[@justtraininsanity8463]

I have been railfanning for about 5 & a half years and that was the first time I saw something like this.

[@erikandreassen6531]

No wonder railways love rail-fans as the can provide help when needed the conductors legs thank you because that would have been one hell of a walk.

[@whiteknightcat]

I've ferried crewmember before while railfanning but AFAIK that practice is now forbidden. IDK if it depends on the particular railroad but at least with UP, crews are prohibited from getting ferried by anyone other than an officially designated company vehicle or limo service (eg Railtex Express, etc)

[@erikandreassen6531]

@@whiteknightcat Can understand it's now a security issue after past happenings

[@AureliusR]

yeah, I don't think they "love" trainspotters...

[@danielfantino1714]

You did good my friend ! The crew was happy with the help you gladly offer. That ´s the kind of thing to do for a better positive image of railfan among railroaders.

[@oldenfarten5350]

Guys,seriously...BACK THE HELL UP from the side of the tracks.You CANNOT outrun a derailment if it goes terribly wrong and they do and they happen all the time....cars will accordion and the pileup spreads out from the track as they pile in at speed.As a former long haul trucker I have been witness to two derailments up close and personal at crossings,one of which I jumped out of my truck and ran for my life.I don't even pull right up to crossing gate lines anymore.I love trains as much as the next rail fan but it's just not worth the risk on fast sections of track,to get that close.

[@charlottecunningham2141]

Yeah. I appreciate the videos but I get nervous when I see them standing so close

[@TrainsandFTFEnjoyer]

Guys just shut the hell up

[@curiousbits]

Hi, that is a slow train, for a fast train in a station try this kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6etdI2HqNmqrpI

[@BadlandNP]

Now that was a fortuitous event for y'all! Fun!!

[@Delirium386]

.....wow....thank you very much for this very amazing video........

[@justtraininsanity8463]

Delirium386 glad you liked it

[@anthonygermano9363]

Very Cool Guys. Keep the good work. Great Video and Music BTW....

[@Mario_With_a_D]

4:53 I can’t even imagine the exciting of this moment for the guy who recorded this, must be the most exciting footage ever recorded for a train passionate xD P.S. This kind of feels like Train Sim world in real life

[@torbinator9729]

Wow great video, and you guys are truly kind in being so helpful!!!

[@taylorpinkney7253]

When I was the kid in the 80s I would come visit West Virginia to visit my aunt and uncle and grandparents my uncle and aunt lived in Shenandoah junction and we used to watch the trains when I was a little kid

[@marcosvinicio3640]

Muito bom seus vídeos 👏👏 sou do Brasil 🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@bayareakid4775]

Hey man. Like that drum ' n ' base opening.

[@justtraininsanity8463]

Thank you, but you should give gratitude to the original owner on SoundCloud. “Alloud”

[@tommysaulter9248]

@Just Train Insanity... In 1979, I worked in a track repair crew in a petrochemical plant. I was standing about the same distance from the rail as these folks when a plant train split a set of switch-points @1-3mph, overturning 6 loaded "Coke cars"... I simply don't understand why people choose to get that close to the tracks in the presence of a train. Especially one moving that fast....!!!

[@andreajackson5830]

The music was a plus plus. David Bowie and Queen are classics.

[@WSTLNZ]

P.S: 6:18 to 7:00 !!! Just standard practice, (for any railroad operation), is the right to "move" several spare loco's as well as any "defunct & nonworking" loco's - along with any normal consist working train, as why not? It is after all, their right to move whatever loco's they want, for whatever reason, & so seeing 8 loco's at the head of a "normal" train consist, (to me) is nothing but a delight to see, when seen.

[@squarebodycasewademckenney6190]

8:28 out of all the train horns I've heard that's got to be the loudest I WANT IT.... stick it on my truck lol

[@GuyjKite]

I been to shenandoah junction a few times. Good place to watch trains. My friend mike took me there. He retired from winchester & western rr. He was an engineer. We live in winchester va.

[@MrAirman812]

Great catch there guys!!! Well done on your part

[@justtraininsanity8463]

Thank you! It was a shock to us all

[@CarlosGonzalez-kt5be]

THANKS YOU for the VIDEO..SALUDOS from:new york.

[@tombrandt4703]

This was your lucky day to catch this! Great video!

[@jmcfarlandjr]

That was cool helping the conductor.

[@douglasdowling4773]

That deserves two thumbs up ! Great job ! Nice to see good young foks doing something right .

[@Helvett222]

A very rare action _-_ Greetings from Poland 👍

[@StarTard8]

Had to do this myself a couple of times, only we weren’t fortunate enough to have the knuckle be intact. Replacing a knuckle can be tricky, especially if there is no incoming train crew to help you or if you’re in a difficult to reach place.

[@ronaldunderwood4353]

Nice of ya'll to help the conductor, don't ever think them guys don't need help because ya'll just happened to be in the right place at the right time, railfans if you can help the railroad people, you do just exactly that especially when you've long train like this one.

[@ArtheniaPendragon]

I drive these tracks all the time. Good thing this happened after school let out. That would have caused some major backups for 3 different schools. Very cool to see though!

[@ChuckG]

You guys are awesome! Glad i found your channel

[@KDubielak]

You guys are at the right place and right time

[@LeeDfined]

What a consist on that CSX

[@saganich74]

Engineer puts his feet up and says to the conductor Start walking Kid 🧒

[@meTimetraveler]

i love that sond of the dynamos as the engines pass

[@paulquick8806]

Awesome probably 1of theee best ever😎🍻🍻💪💪👏👏👍👍👍

[@christopherescott6787]

Pretty decent of them to get a shot with you. Class move!!!

[@markquiswest6607]

When the train, had come to an emergency stop. It sounds like an 18 wheeler!

[@yecto1332]

U fcking drove the conductor back that's amazing human right fcking there

[@loricharpentier1654]

There really ARE nice people in this world!

[@billhouse8199]

That was an awesome catch. Thanks for the video. Stay Safe.

[@GaelHernandez]

1:26 incredible to see although there are wagons of both railways in first see one with its Southern logo and the next with the norfolk and western logo

[@pauloconnor2980]

I love the couple-up and pull apart test @5:49!!!!!

[@mustermann1669]

Well done ! 👍 Greetings from Bavaria in Germany.

[@GodGotMeMinistry]

Thanks for sharing.

[@ricksadler797]

Thanks for giving the guy a ride

[@AlexMartinez-fo5vy]

Cool video 👍I like trains