On the morning of July 22nd, 2023, CTrail (CTDOT) hosted a simulated grade crossing emergency response drill at Meriden Yard along the MRS (Hartford) Line in Meriden, Connecticut. The drill gave several local first responders the opportunity to practice and learn on live railroad equipment. In this photo, one of the Avon Volunteer Fire Department's response vehicles poses next to CTrail Extra 6499's leader, rebuilt Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT)/CTrail (CTDX) GE P40BH 6706.
