A man from the Treasure Coast is being credited with a heroic act in Hobe Sound. His actions helped a woman escape a potentially dangerous situation. The woman's car was trapped on railroad tracks after a crossing arm descended onto it.
A bystander noticed the stranded vehicle and took action. Further details about this incident are available from WPTV, including an account from the woman involved and the circumstances surrounding the rescue.
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