Monday, July 11, 2011
Caltrans to Motorists: When You See Flashing Lights, Move Over to Protect Highway Workers and CHP Officers
California Department of TransportationDate: July 11, 2011
District: Headquarters – Sacramento
Contact: Tamie McGowen
Phone: (916) 657-5060
SACRAMENTO – Today, 700 Caltrans electronic highway signs throughout California lit up with a new Move Over message to kickoff a statewide campaign to increase safety for motorists, highway workers and law enforcement. The message, “Slow or Move Over for Workers, It’s the Law,” will stay posted through July 22. Caltrans will also begin a new billboard campaign and issue a public service announcement to television stations statewide reinforcing the Move Over message.
In May and June, three Caltrans highway workers died on the job within 48 days - the most in such a short period of time. Since 1924, 178 Caltrans workers have lost their lives in the line of duty.
“Our goal is to do everything we can to keep our highways safe,” said Acting Caltrans Director Malcolm Dougherty. “Motorists must slow down, watch out for highway workers, and safely move over a lane when they see flashing amber lights on Caltrans or other emergency vehicles.”
The joint safety effort by Caltrans, the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), and the California Office of Traffic Safety will educate the public on the importance of moving over a lane to protect highway workers and CHP officers.
The CHP will provide the Move Over safety message during their morning traffic updates on broadcast stations statewide, and officers will be on the lookout for motorists not following the law.
“This traffic safety campaign isn’t about writing citations, it’s about providing a safer work environment for everyone who does business along the side of a highway,” said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. “The only way to prevent tragedies from occurring on the side of the road is by giving emergency personnel, highway workers, and the public adequate space.”
District: Headquarters – Sacramento
Contact: Tamie McGowen
Phone: (916) 657-5060
SACRAMENTO – Today, 700 Caltrans electronic highway signs throughout California lit up with a new Move Over message to kickoff a statewide campaign to increase safety for motorists, highway workers and law enforcement. The message, “Slow or Move Over for Workers, It’s the Law,” will stay posted through July 22. Caltrans will also begin a new billboard campaign and issue a public service announcement to television stations statewide reinforcing the Move Over message.
In May and June, three Caltrans highway workers died on the job within 48 days - the most in such a short period of time. Since 1924, 178 Caltrans workers have lost their lives in the line of duty.
“Our goal is to do everything we can to keep our highways safe,” said Acting Caltrans Director Malcolm Dougherty. “Motorists must slow down, watch out for highway workers, and safely move over a lane when they see flashing amber lights on Caltrans or other emergency vehicles.”
The joint safety effort by Caltrans, the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), and the California Office of Traffic Safety will educate the public on the importance of moving over a lane to protect highway workers and CHP officers.
The CHP will provide the Move Over safety message during their morning traffic updates on broadcast stations statewide, and officers will be on the lookout for motorists not following the law.
“This traffic safety campaign isn’t about writing citations, it’s about providing a safer work environment for everyone who does business along the side of a highway,” said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. “The only way to prevent tragedies from occurring on the side of the road is by giving emergency personnel, highway workers, and the public adequate space.”
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Wednesday, June 1, 2011
EBBETTS PASS (STATE ROUTE 4) AND SONORA PASS (STATE ROUTE 108) TO CLOSE
Alpine and Tuolumne Counties– Due to the forecasted adverse weather conditions, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close State Route 4 over Ebbett’s Pass and State Route 108 over Sonora Pass on Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at 12:00 p.m. (noon).
This preemptive closure is necessary to ensure motorists safety during the predicted storms. Maintenance crews will re-evaluate the closure on Thursday, June 2, 2011. Crews will use weather and road conditions to determine if the passes can be reopened for the weekend.
Caltrans would like to thank the public for their understanding and cooperation during this unusual spring storm and will work to get the passes reopened as quickly as they are able.
For the latest in highway information please call our Road Condition Hotline at 1-800-427-ROAD (7623).
This preemptive closure is necessary to ensure motorists safety during the predicted storms. Maintenance crews will re-evaluate the closure on Thursday, June 2, 2011. Crews will use weather and road conditions to determine if the passes can be reopened for the weekend.
Caltrans would like to thank the public for their understanding and cooperation during this unusual spring storm and will work to get the passes reopened as quickly as they are able.
For the latest in highway information please call our Road Condition Hotline at 1-800-427-ROAD (7623).
Friday, May 27, 2011
EBBETTS PASS (STATE ROUTE 4) AND SONORA PASS (STATE ROUTE 108) OPEN
Alpine and Tuolumne Counties– The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has removed the packed winter snow, cleared the debris and made the necessary repairs to open State Route 4 over Ebbetts Pass and State Route 108 over Sonora Pass.
The diligent work of Caltrans crews enabled the opening of the passes for motorists who utilize these routes. The snow totals for the two areas were especially high during this season, with multiple late spring storms affecting the region. Intermittent chain controls were still in effect on the east side of the Sonora Pass as late as last week.
Caltrans crews responsible for the pass openings extend their best wishes for safe summer traveling to those who enjoy the recreational opportunities this part of California has to offer.
For the latest in highway information please call our Road Condition Hotline at 1-800-427-ROAD (7623).
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For the safety of workers and other motorists, please Slow For the Cone Zone.
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http://www.dot.ca.gov/
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The diligent work of Caltrans crews enabled the opening of the passes for motorists who utilize these routes. The snow totals for the two areas were especially high during this season, with multiple late spring storms affecting the region. Intermittent chain controls were still in effect on the east side of the Sonora Pass as late as last week.
Caltrans crews responsible for the pass openings extend their best wishes for safe summer traveling to those who enjoy the recreational opportunities this part of California has to offer.
For the latest in highway information please call our Road Condition Hotline at 1-800-427-ROAD (7623).
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For the safety of workers and other motorists, please Slow For the Cone Zone.
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http://www.dot.ca.gov/
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Friday, April 29, 2011
SOUTHBOUND STATE ROUTE 99 FROM STATE ROUTE 219/KIERNAN AVENUE TO HAMMETT ROAD IN STANISLAUS COUNTY
Stanislaus County - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close the #3 (right) lane on southbound State Route 99 (SR-99) from SR-219/Kiernan Avenue to Hammett Road.
Work will occur beginning Monday, May 2, 2011, through Wednesday, May 4, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
Crews will remove debris in this location.
Motorists should expect 20 minute delays. Alternate routes should be taken whenever possible.
This work is scheduled to begin as listed, but is subject to change based on weather conditions.
Work will occur beginning Monday, May 2, 2011, through Wednesday, May 4, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
Crews will remove debris in this location.
Motorists should expect 20 minute delays. Alternate routes should be taken whenever possible.
This work is scheduled to begin as listed, but is subject to change based on weather conditions.
NORTHBOUND STATE ROUTE 99 IN LODI
Lodi - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close the northbound off-ramps to Harney Lane and the South Lodi overcrossing from State Route 99.
Work will begin on Tuesday, May 3, 2011, through Friday, May 6, 2011, from 8:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m.
Crews will repair the pavement in this location.
Motorists should expect 5 minute delays. Alternate routes should be taken whenever possible.
This work is scheduled to begin as listed, but is subject to change based on weather conditions.
Work will begin on Tuesday, May 3, 2011, through Friday, May 6, 2011, from 8:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m.
Crews will repair the pavement in this location.
Motorists should expect 5 minute delays. Alternate routes should be taken whenever possible.
This work is scheduled to begin as listed, but is subject to change based on weather conditions.
SOUTHBOUND STATE ROUTE 99 AT 16TH STREET IN MERCED COUNTY
Merced County - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close southbound State Route 99 (SR-99) from 16th Street to the junction of SR-59/SR-140. Crews will also close the southbound 16th Street on-ramp.
Crews are constructing a bridge in this area.
Work will begin on Monday, May 2, 2011, through Wednesday, May 4, 2011, from 8:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
Motorists should expect 15 minute delays. Alternate routes should be taken whenever possible.
This work is scheduled to begin as listed, but is subject to change based on weather conditions.
Crews are constructing a bridge in this area.
Work will begin on Monday, May 2, 2011, through Wednesday, May 4, 2011, from 8:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
Motorists should expect 15 minute delays. Alternate routes should be taken whenever possible.
This work is scheduled to begin as listed, but is subject to change based on weather conditions.
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