Hi all

The full story appears to be here regarding the picture:

https://wongm.com/2014/04/fire-hose-across-railway-tracks/ https://wongm.com/2014/04/fire-hose-across-railway-tracks/

It also shows what happens when you lay a hose across railroad tracks and a train comes along, together with a genuine ramp for tramways, as supplied by the good ole Ohio Brass Company, well known for its tramway accessory supplies.

David