In an effort to reduce fatalities in work zones, the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) mounts automatic cameras to catch violators in work zones this spring. Links to WSDOT sites on … [Read more...] about Cameras Coming to Catch Work-Zone Speeders
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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
More than 500 Work Zone Violations Issued During Operation Drive Smart
540 citations were issued for speed violations in work zones across the state of North Carolina during Operation Drive Smart 2009, the state's work zone safety enforcement campaign. The campaign, … [Read more...] about More than 500 Work Zone Violations Issued During Operation Drive Smart
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
‘Move Over’ Law in Spotlight After Worker Death
A highway worker was killed while operating a work vehicle. The incident has pulled attention to Indiana's "Move over and slow down" law, which requires motorists to slow down and move when … [Read more...] about ‘Move Over’ Law in Spotlight After Worker Death