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Emergency Button

emergency button inside light rail Each light rail train is equipped with multiple red "Emergency" buttons that will notify the light rail operator that you are in need of assistance. Once pressed the light rail operator will respond to your request when safe to do so. 

Clearly and succinctly inform the light rail operator of your needs when they respond to your request. The light rail operator will take appropriate action to help resolve any emergency including beina eble to request assistance from county emergency services or law enforcement. Light rail operators are prohibited from exiting the operator's cabin in the event of a passenger altercation.