Chasing CSX OLS

10/29/2025 — Dade City, Florida • 8:00 AM
It’s been a hot minute since my last upload, but what a comeback this is! After years of trying to catch CSXT OLS #4568, the legendary Operation Lifesaver SD70 with that iconic P5 horn, I finally got it — and on my home tracks! This was the perfect sunny Florida morning chase as M457 rolled toward Orlando with YN2 veteran #119 trailing.

I’ve chased this unit across Georgia and Alabama, missing it every single time… but today the railfanning stars aligned. Crisp morning light, clear echoing horn, and two beautiful EMDs powering a solid mixed freight.

Train Details — M457 (10/29/25)

Lead: CSXT 4568 (OLS — Operation Lifesaver SD70, P5 horn)

Trailing: CSXT 119 (YN2, classic EMD vibes!)

Type: Mixed Freight

Time: 8:00 AM

Origin: Waycross, GA – Rice Yard

Destination: Orlando, FL – Taft Yard

Weather: Perfect sunny morning


This catch made my whole week — hope you enjoy the chase as much as I did!


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📌 FACTOID — CSXT 4568 “Operation Lifesaver” SD70

CSXT 4568 is one of CSX’s locomotives wrapped in the Operation Lifesaver (OLS) safety program branding, promoting railroad crossing awareness nationwide. The OLS units are highly sought after by railfans due to their limited numbers, bold safety graphics, and distinctive horns.

4568’s Nathan P5 horn is especially famous — deep, crisp, and powerful — making it instantly recognizable on the rails. Seeing one in the wild is already rare… catching it leading in perfect morning light? That’s a bucket-list level moment for any railfan.


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