New railroad signals up in downtown Lithonia

Work has begun to install new crossing signals for the CSX rail line that cuts through downtown Lithonia.

Flashing warning signals at the intersection of Main and Swift streets have not proven enough to stop people from trying to cross the tracks, resulting in at least six deaths in previous years.

The state Department of Transportation is footing the $184,000 bill for the new signals, which include crossing arms.

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