The aim of this study is to identify factors that affect injury severity levels of work zone rear-end crashes with high collision speeds (35 mi/hr). Using statewide crash data provided by the South … [Read more...] about Investigation of Factors Affecting Crash Severity of Rear-End Crashes With High Collision Speeds in Work Zones: A South Carolina Case Study
Traffic Violations
Michigan Work Zones, School Buses to Use Cameras to Catch Traffic Violators
Michigan is implementing automated cameras in work zones and on school buses to enhance road safety by reducing speeding and enforcing traffic laws. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed bipartisan legislation … [Read more...] about Michigan Work Zones, School Buses to Use Cameras to Catch Traffic Violators
Governor Signs Bills That Will Put Safety Cameras in Work Zones
Michigan has enacted House Bills 4132 and 4133, introducing safety cameras in construction work zones to curb speeding and enhance worker safety. The state joins 23 others already using this … [Read more...] about Governor Signs Bills That Will Put Safety Cameras in Work Zones
Work Zone Sting Operation Puts Troopers in PennDOT Vehicles
PennDOT and the Pennsylvania State Police have launched "Operation Yellow Jacket," a safety initiative to protect construction workers in work zones. Troopers will monitor drivers from inside yellow … [Read more...] about Work Zone Sting Operation Puts Troopers in PennDOT Vehicles
Driver Arrested After Striking, Killing DOTD Worker Helping Disabled Motorist Along I-610
Eric Anthony Jr., a 23-year-old Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) worker, was fatally struck while assisting a disabled motorist on I-610 in New Orleans. The driver, Oscar … [Read more...] about Driver Arrested After Striking, Killing DOTD Worker Helping Disabled Motorist Along I-610
Wyoming Gets Tough on Drivers Ignoring Road Closure Signs: New Law Aims to Deter Blow-Over Crashes
The article discusses Wyoming's new measures to penalize drivers who ignore road closure signs, particularly during severe weather conditions. These laws aim to improve safety and reduce accidents on … [Read more...] about Wyoming Gets Tough on Drivers Ignoring Road Closure Signs: New Law Aims to Deter Blow-Over Crashes