Yesterday, during a news conference, local officials in Altoona urged public safety as over 100,000 spectators are expected for the July 8-11 visit of Union Pacific’s “Big Boy” steam locomotive, a celebration for America’s 250th anniversary. Following reports of hazardous, close-proximity viewing in other regions, authorities are enforcing a mandatory 25-foot safety distance from tracks as the train passes through the area. Union Pacific’s hi…
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