Officials in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada rethink the law regarding the use of photo radar in work zones. A huge increase in the number of construction zone speeding tickets issued due to photo … [Read more...] about City Curbs Use of Photo Radar in Work Areas
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Maryland Bill Allowing Speed Cameras in Work Zones Moves to Governor
The Maryland House and Senate have approved a bill allowing speed cameras to be posted in highway construction zones throughout the state. The statewide bill — SB277 — would hand out fines up to $40 … [Read more...] about Maryland Bill Allowing Speed Cameras in Work Zones Moves to Governor
Watch out for Oklahoma Highway Crews
The "Oklahoma Highway Workers: Give ’Em a Brake” campaign that began in 1995 is still needed. The idea is to remind motorists to slow down and pay attention around highway crews. After Larry Dunlap of … [Read more...] about Watch out for Oklahoma Highway Crews
PennDOT Announces Highway Deaths Dropping
Highway deaths in Pennsylvania dropped to a 14-year low in 2008, and aggressive driving fatalities in the state were down significantly from the previous year. The decline in fatalities can largely be … [Read more...] about PennDOT Announces Highway Deaths Dropping
Broward Patrolling Construction Zones This Week
Florida law enforcement officers expects a rise in the number of traffic fines around work zones this week as Florida participates in National Work Zone Awareness Week. Most work zone fatalities are … [Read more...] about Broward Patrolling Construction Zones This Week
INDOT Stresses Work Zone Safety
On March 24, a highway worker was killed when his vehicle was hit by a truck as he worked along Interstate 164. The Indiana Department of Transportation is increasing its public awareness efforts … [Read more...] about INDOT Stresses Work Zone Safety