Many commuters continue to use their mobile phones while crossing railway tracks, ignoring numerous warnings and tragic accidents. This behaviour is highly dangerous, as a recent incident in Buenos Aires illustrates. A video posted online captures a commuter’s narrow escape from an oncoming train.
At 6:28 am, a commuter was crossing railway tracks in Buenos Aires while distracted by their phone. The train grazed the individual, who stepped back just in time, causing the phone to fall from their hand and the person to tumble to the ground.
The video shows the commuter engrossed in their device, walking through barricades without noticing the approaching train. The train brushed past the commuter, who managed to step back at the last moment, avoiding a direct hit. The impact knocked the phone from the commuter’s hand, leading to their fall.
Social media reactions poured in following the video’s release. While some viewers were shaken by the footage, others commented on the commuter’s luck. A few criticised the woman behind the commuter for not warning about the oncoming train.
One Instagram user remarked, “The guy survived miraculously, but the lady behind never gave the guy a hint to be cautious. Sad world.” Another commented, “That’s why you pay attention every day everywhere you go.” A third added, “People need to put their phones away when walking or other activities that might require their attention.”
The commuter, who narrowly escaped being hit by the train, reportedly did not suffer any serious injuries. The incident took place on October 15.
What Other Media Are Saying
- GlobalNews.ca reports on a close call where a man avoids being hit by a train due to his distraction by his phone, highlighting the dangers of phone usage while walking near rail tracks.(read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
What happened to the commuter in Buenos Aires?
The commuter, distracted by their phone, narrowly escaped being hit by a train.
Did the commuter suffer any injuries?
The commuter reportedly did not suffer any serious injuries.
Why are people criticizing the woman behind the commuter?
People criticized her for not warning the commuter about the oncoming train.
When did the incident in Buenos Aires occur?
The incident took place on October 15.
What are people saying on social media about the incident?
Reactions vary from being shaken by the footage to criticizing the commuter’s lack of attention.