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Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Distance Driving Construction Summary

Bridge construction on I-190 in both directions from Exit 21A - LaSalle Expressway to US 62; Niagara Falls Boulevard -- consider alternate route until 5:00 PM, 11/30/10. Comment: I-190 bridge replacement over the LaSalle Expressway.


Bridge construction on NY 33 in both directions from Exit - Humboldt Parkway to Exit - NY 198; Scajaquada Expressway until 5:30 PM, 07/30/10

Construction work, single line traffic alternating directions on NY 354 in both directions from Union Road; NY 277 to Borden Road. starting 7:05 AM, 04/19/10 until further notice. Comment: Drainage and sidewalk construction.

Long term road construction on NY 238 at Market Street; NY 98. starting 7:00 AM, 04/19/10 until further notice. Comment: Longterm Construction to begin in the Village of Attica. Expect delays as alternating one way traffic laneclosures will be used to perform construction work. Information will be updated as contractors schedule is developed. Work also continues on Village of Attica water line replacement under highway work permit..




Long term road construction on NY 15A in both directions from I-390 to Town of Brighton and Town of Henrietta Line until 5:00 PM, 11/24/10. Comment: See description of work for Route 252 Jefferson Road.  
Long term road construction on NY 15A in both directions from I-390 to Town of Brighton and Town of Henrietta Line until 5:00 PM, 11/24/10.

Bridge construction on I-86 in both directions at Exit 43 - NY 415; Ramp until 5:00 PM, 11/30/10.
Comment: Replacement of Bridge #1011219, I-86 over SR415, Town of Erwin. Beginning March 25, 2010, I 86 EB and WB traffic will be restricted to a single lane in each direction while the bridge is reconstructed in stages. Detours will be at Exit 43 nightly between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. NB Route 415 traffic will be detoured to I 86 WB Exit 42. SB Route 415 traffic will be detoured to I 86 EB Exit 44.


Road construction on NY 17 in both directions from City of Elmira; Town of Elmira Line to Town of Chemung; Town of Ashland Line; Ramp until 5:00 PM, 11/30/12.  Rte 17 reconstruction in the Towns of Elmira, Ashland and Chemung and City of Elmira in Chemung County.Rte 17 alternating lane closures eastbound and westbound between exit 58 and the Chemung River Bridge two miles east of Exit 58. The eastbound lane permanently closed from exit 56 to exit 58 6/21/10, it will remain in place until November 2010.Two lane, two way traffic maintained in the westbound lane.
Bridge construction on I-81 at Butternut Street until 4:00 PM, 08/25/10. Comment: Butternut Street bridge closure 24/7.



Long term road construction on NY 12 in both directions from Upper Front Street; US 11; Castle Creek Road; START ROUTE NY 12 to Town of Barker; Town of Chenango Line until 5:00 PM, 07/12/10

Major road construction, single line traffic alternating directions on NY 28 in both directions from NY 357 to Town of Meredith; Town of Franklin Line until 4:00 PM, 09/15/10




Single line traffic alternating directions, road construction, width limit on NY 23 in both directions from NY 30 Grand Gorge to Town of Roxbury; Town of Prattsville Line until 6:00 PM, 10/31/10

Bridge construction, single line traffic alternating directions on NY 418 in both directions at Water Street; CR 45; Elm Street; CR 9 starting 7:00 AM, 06/08/10 until further notice. Comment: Rte 418 is reduced to one lane alternating traffic at Milton St in Warrensburg. There is a temporary traffic signal controlling traffic for long term bridge work.


Source: NYSDOT

Distance Driving Construction Summary

Bridge construction on I-190 in both directions from Exit 21A - LaSalle Expressway to US 62; Niagara Falls Boulevard -- consider alternate route until 5:00 PM, 11/30/10. Comment: I-190 bridge replacement over the LaSalle Expressway.


Bridge construction on NY 33 in both directions from Exit - Humboldt Parkway to Exit - NY 198; Scajaquada Expressway until 5:30 PM, 07/30/10

Construction work, single line traffic alternating directions on NY 354 in both directions from Union Road; NY 277 to Borden Road. starting 7:05 AM, 04/19/10 until further notice. Comment: Drainage and sidewalk construction.

Long term road construction on NY 238 at Market Street; NY 98. starting 7:00 AM, 04/19/10 until further notice. Comment: Longterm Construction to begin in the Village of Attica. Expect delays as alternating one way traffic laneclosures will be used to perform construction work. Information will be updated as contractors schedule is developed. Work also continues on Village of Attica water line replacement under highway work permit..




Long term road construction on NY 15A in both directions from I-390 to Town of Brighton and Town of Henrietta Line until 5:00 PM, 11/24/10. Comment: See description of work for Route 252 Jefferson Road.  
Long term road construction on NY 15A in both directions from I-390 to Town of Brighton and Town of Henrietta Line until 5:00 PM, 11/24/10.

Bridge construction on I-86 in both directions at Exit 43 - NY 415; Ramp until 5:00 PM, 11/30/10.
Comment: Replacement of Bridge #1011219, I-86 over SR415, Town of Erwin. Beginning March 25, 2010, I 86 EB and WB traffic will be restricted to a single lane in each direction while the bridge is reconstructed in stages. Detours will be at Exit 43 nightly between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. NB Route 415 traffic will be detoured to I 86 WB Exit 42. SB Route 415 traffic will be detoured to I 86 EB Exit 44.


Road construction on NY 17 in both directions from City of Elmira; Town of Elmira Line to Town of Chemung; Town of Ashland Line; Ramp until 5:00 PM, 11/30/12.  Rte 17 reconstruction in the Towns of Elmira, Ashland and Chemung and City of Elmira in Chemung County.Rte 17 alternating lane closures eastbound and westbound between exit 58 and the Chemung River Bridge two miles east of Exit 58. The eastbound lane permanently closed from exit 56 to exit 58 6/21/10, it will remain in place until November 2010.Two lane, two way traffic maintained in the westbound lane.
Bridge construction on I-81 at Butternut Street until 4:00 PM, 08/25/10. Comment: Butternut Street bridge closure 24/7.



Long term road construction on NY 12 in both directions from Upper Front Street; US 11; Castle Creek Road; START ROUTE NY 12 to Town of Barker; Town of Chenango Line until 5:00 PM, 07/12/10

Major road construction, single line traffic alternating directions on NY 28 in both directions from NY 357 to Town of Meredith; Town of Franklin Line until 4:00 PM, 09/15/10




Single line traffic alternating directions, road construction, width limit on NY 23 in both directions from NY 30 Grand Gorge to Town of Roxbury; Town of Prattsville Line until 6:00 PM, 10/31/10

Bridge construction, single line traffic alternating directions on NY 418 in both directions at Water Street; CR 45; Elm Street; CR 9 starting 7:00 AM, 06/08/10 until further notice. Comment: Rte 418 is reduced to one lane alternating traffic at Milton St in Warrensburg. There is a temporary traffic signal controlling traffic for long term bridge work.


Source: NYSDOT

Distance Driving Construction Summary

Bridge construction on I-190 in both directions from Exit 21A - LaSalle Expressway to US 62; Niagara Falls Boulevard -- consider alternate route until 5:00 PM, 11/30/10. Comment: I-190 bridge replacement over the LaSalle Expressway.


Bridge construction on NY 33 in both directions from Exit - Humboldt Parkway to Exit - NY 198; Scajaquada Expressway until 5:30 PM, 07/30/10

Construction work, single line traffic alternating directions on NY 354 in both directions from Union Road; NY 277 to Borden Road. starting 7:05 AM, 04/19/10 until further notice. Comment: Drainage and sidewalk construction.

Long term road construction on NY 238 at Market Street; NY 98. starting 7:00 AM, 04/19/10 until further notice. Comment: Longterm Construction to begin in the Village of Attica. Expect delays as alternating one way traffic laneclosures will be used to perform construction work. Information will be updated as contractors schedule is developed. Work also continues on Village of Attica water line replacement under highway work permit..




Long term road construction on NY 15A in both directions from I-390 to Town of Brighton and Town of Henrietta Line until 5:00 PM, 11/24/10. Comment: See description of work for Route 252 Jefferson Road.  
Long term road construction on NY 15A in both directions from I-390 to Town of Brighton and Town of Henrietta Line until 5:00 PM, 11/24/10.

Bridge construction on I-86 in both directions at Exit 43 - NY 415; Ramp until 5:00 PM, 11/30/10.
Comment: Replacement of Bridge #1011219, I-86 over SR415, Town of Erwin. Beginning March 25, 2010, I 86 EB and WB traffic will be restricted to a single lane in each direction while the bridge is reconstructed in stages. Detours will be at Exit 43 nightly between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. NB Route 415 traffic will be detoured to I 86 WB Exit 42. SB Route 415 traffic will be detoured to I 86 EB Exit 44.


Road construction on NY 17 in both directions from City of Elmira; Town of Elmira Line to Town of Chemung; Town of Ashland Line; Ramp until 5:00 PM, 11/30/12.  Rte 17 reconstruction in the Towns of Elmira, Ashland and Chemung and City of Elmira in Chemung County.Rte 17 alternating lane closures eastbound and westbound between exit 58 and the Chemung River Bridge two miles east of Exit 58. The eastbound lane permanently closed from exit 56 to exit 58 6/21/10, it will remain in place until November 2010.Two lane, two way traffic maintained in the westbound lane.
Bridge construction on I-81 at Butternut Street until 4:00 PM, 08/25/10. Comment: Butternut Street bridge closure 24/7.



Long term road construction on NY 12 in both directions from Upper Front Street; US 11; Castle Creek Road; START ROUTE NY 12 to Town of Barker; Town of Chenango Line until 5:00 PM, 07/12/10

Major road construction, single line traffic alternating directions on NY 28 in both directions from NY 357 to Town of Meredith; Town of Franklin Line until 4:00 PM, 09/15/10




Single line traffic alternating directions, road construction, width limit on NY 23 in both directions from NY 30 Grand Gorge to Town of Roxbury; Town of Prattsville Line until 6:00 PM, 10/31/10

Bridge construction, single line traffic alternating directions on NY 418 in both directions at Water Street; CR 45; Elm Street; CR 9 starting 7:00 AM, 06/08/10 until further notice. Comment: Rte 418 is reduced to one lane alternating traffic at Milton St in Warrensburg. There is a temporary traffic signal controlling traffic for long term bridge work.


Source: NYSDOT

Distance Driving Construction Summary

Bridge construction on I-190 in both directions from Exit 21A - LaSalle Expressway to US 62; Niagara Falls Boulevard -- consider alternate route until 5:00 PM, 11/30/10. Comment: I-190 bridge replacement over the LaSalle Expressway.


Bridge construction on NY 33 in both directions from Exit - Humboldt Parkway to Exit - NY 198; Scajaquada Expressway until 5:30 PM, 07/30/10

Construction work, single line traffic alternating directions on NY 354 in both directions from Union Road; NY 277 to Borden Road. starting 7:05 AM, 04/19/10 until further notice. Comment: Drainage and sidewalk construction.

Long term road construction on NY 238 at Market Street; NY 98. starting 7:00 AM, 04/19/10 until further notice. Comment: Longterm Construction to begin in the Village of Attica. Expect delays as alternating one way traffic laneclosures will be used to perform construction work. Information will be updated as contractors schedule is developed. Work also continues on Village of Attica water line replacement under highway work permit..




Long term road construction on NY 15A in both directions from I-390 to Town of Brighton and Town of Henrietta Line until 5:00 PM, 11/24/10. Comment: See description of work for Route 252 Jefferson Road.  
Long term road construction on NY 15A in both directions from I-390 to Town of Brighton and Town of Henrietta Line until 5:00 PM, 11/24/10.

Bridge construction on I-86 in both directions at Exit 43 - NY 415; Ramp until 5:00 PM, 11/30/10.
Comment: Replacement of Bridge #1011219, I-86 over SR415, Town of Erwin. Beginning March 25, 2010, I 86 EB and WB traffic will be restricted to a single lane in each direction while the bridge is reconstructed in stages. Detours will be at Exit 43 nightly between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. NB Route 415 traffic will be detoured to I 86 WB Exit 42. SB Route 415 traffic will be detoured to I 86 EB Exit 44.


Road construction on NY 17 in both directions from City of Elmira; Town of Elmira Line to Town of Chemung; Town of Ashland Line; Ramp until 5:00 PM, 11/30/12.  Rte 17 reconstruction in the Towns of Elmira, Ashland and Chemung and City of Elmira in Chemung County.Rte 17 alternating lane closures eastbound and westbound between exit 58 and the Chemung River Bridge two miles east of Exit 58. The eastbound lane permanently closed from exit 56 to exit 58 6/21/10, it will remain in place until November 2010.Two lane, two way traffic maintained in the westbound lane.
Bridge construction on I-81 at Butternut Street until 4:00 PM, 08/25/10. Comment: Butternut Street bridge closure 24/7.



Long term road construction on NY 12 in both directions from Upper Front Street; US 11; Castle Creek Road; START ROUTE NY 12 to Town of Barker; Town of Chenango Line until 5:00 PM, 07/12/10

Major road construction, single line traffic alternating directions on NY 28 in both directions from NY 357 to Town of Meredith; Town of Franklin Line until 4:00 PM, 09/15/10




Single line traffic alternating directions, road construction, width limit on NY 23 in both directions from NY 30 Grand Gorge to Town of Roxbury; Town of Prattsville Line until 6:00 PM, 10/31/10

Bridge construction, single line traffic alternating directions on NY 418 in both directions at Water Street; CR 45; Elm Street; CR 9 starting 7:00 AM, 06/08/10 until further notice. Comment: Rte 418 is reduced to one lane alternating traffic at Milton St in Warrensburg. There is a temporary traffic signal controlling traffic for long term bridge work.


Source: NYSDOT

Monday, June 28, 2010

WX ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Montgomery, Herkimer, Fulton Ctys.

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE ALBANY NY
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN ALBANY HAS ISSUED A

* SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR...

WESTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY IN EASTERN NEW YORK...

SOUTHEASTERN HERKIMER COUNTY IN EASTERN NEW YORK...

SOUTHERN FULTON COUNTY IN EASTERN NEW YORK...
* UNTIL 445 PM EDT

* AT 342 PM EDT...LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORTED A SEVERE

THUNDERSTORM. THIS STORM WAS LOCATED NEAR LITTLE FALLS...AND

MOVING EAST AT 25 MPH. LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORTED TREES BLOWN DOWN IN

THE VILLAGE OF HERKIMER.



* THE SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WILL BE NEAR...

ST. JOHNSVILLE BY 405 PM EDT...

FORT PLAIN BY 415 PM EDT...

EPHRATAH BY 420 PM EDT...

CANAJOHARIE BY 425 PM EDT...

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

PLEASE REPORT HAIL SIZE...DAMAGING WINDS AND REPORTS OF TREES DOWN TO

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BY EMAIL AT ALB.STORMREPORT@NOAA.GOV.
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 900 PM EDT MONDAY

EVENING FOR NORTHERN CONNECTICUT AND WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS AND EAST  CENTRAL NEW YORK.

WX ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Montgomery, Herkimer, Fulton Ctys.

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE ALBANY NY
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN ALBANY HAS ISSUED A

* SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR...

WESTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY IN EASTERN NEW YORK...

SOUTHEASTERN HERKIMER COUNTY IN EASTERN NEW YORK...

SOUTHERN FULTON COUNTY IN EASTERN NEW YORK...
* UNTIL 445 PM EDT

* AT 342 PM EDT...LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORTED A SEVERE

THUNDERSTORM. THIS STORM WAS LOCATED NEAR LITTLE FALLS...AND

MOVING EAST AT 25 MPH. LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORTED TREES BLOWN DOWN IN

THE VILLAGE OF HERKIMER.



* THE SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WILL BE NEAR...

ST. JOHNSVILLE BY 405 PM EDT...

FORT PLAIN BY 415 PM EDT...

EPHRATAH BY 420 PM EDT...

CANAJOHARIE BY 425 PM EDT...

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

PLEASE REPORT HAIL SIZE...DAMAGING WINDS AND REPORTS OF TREES DOWN TO

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BY EMAIL AT ALB.STORMREPORT@NOAA.GOV.
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 900 PM EDT MONDAY

EVENING FOR NORTHERN CONNECTICUT AND WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS AND EAST  CENTRAL NEW YORK.

WX ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Montgomery, Herkimer, Fulton Ctys.

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE ALBANY NY
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN ALBANY HAS ISSUED A

* SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR...

WESTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY IN EASTERN NEW YORK...

SOUTHEASTERN HERKIMER COUNTY IN EASTERN NEW YORK...

SOUTHERN FULTON COUNTY IN EASTERN NEW YORK...
* UNTIL 445 PM EDT

* AT 342 PM EDT...LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORTED A SEVERE

THUNDERSTORM. THIS STORM WAS LOCATED NEAR LITTLE FALLS...AND

MOVING EAST AT 25 MPH. LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORTED TREES BLOWN DOWN IN

THE VILLAGE OF HERKIMER.



* THE SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WILL BE NEAR...

ST. JOHNSVILLE BY 405 PM EDT...

FORT PLAIN BY 415 PM EDT...

EPHRATAH BY 420 PM EDT...

CANAJOHARIE BY 425 PM EDT...

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

PLEASE REPORT HAIL SIZE...DAMAGING WINDS AND REPORTS OF TREES DOWN TO

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BY EMAIL AT ALB.STORMREPORT@NOAA.GOV.
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 900 PM EDT MONDAY

EVENING FOR NORTHERN CONNECTICUT AND WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS AND EAST  CENTRAL NEW YORK.

WX ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Montgomery, Herkimer, Fulton Ctys.

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE ALBANY NY
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN ALBANY HAS ISSUED A

* SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR...

WESTERN MONTGOMERY COUNTY IN EASTERN NEW YORK...

SOUTHEASTERN HERKIMER COUNTY IN EASTERN NEW YORK...

SOUTHERN FULTON COUNTY IN EASTERN NEW YORK...
* UNTIL 445 PM EDT

* AT 342 PM EDT...LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORTED A SEVERE

THUNDERSTORM. THIS STORM WAS LOCATED NEAR LITTLE FALLS...AND

MOVING EAST AT 25 MPH. LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORTED TREES BLOWN DOWN IN

THE VILLAGE OF HERKIMER.



* THE SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WILL BE NEAR...

ST. JOHNSVILLE BY 405 PM EDT...

FORT PLAIN BY 415 PM EDT...

EPHRATAH BY 420 PM EDT...

CANAJOHARIE BY 425 PM EDT...

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

PLEASE REPORT HAIL SIZE...DAMAGING WINDS AND REPORTS OF TREES DOWN TO

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BY EMAIL AT ALB.STORMREPORT@NOAA.GOV.
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 900 PM EDT MONDAY

EVENING FOR NORTHERN CONNECTICUT AND WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS AND EAST  CENTRAL NEW YORK.

Weather Alert: Strong T-Storms Approaching

Issued By: NWS


Affected Jurisdictions: Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, Wyoming Counties
Headline: Special Weather Statement

 ERIE NY-GENESEE NY-NIAGARA NY-ORLEANS NY-WYOMING NY
LINE OF STRONG THUNDERSTORMS MOVING INTO THE AREA... *
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DOPPLER RADAR INDICATED A LINE OF STRONG THUNDERSTORMS CAPABLE OF PRODUCING STRONG GUSTY WINDS. THESE STORMS WERE LOCATED ALONG A LINE EXTENDING FROM NEWFANE TO LONG POINT ONTARIO...AND MOVING EAST AT 45 MPH. FREQUENT CLOUD TO GROUND LIGHTNING IS OCCURRING WITH THIS STORM. MOVE INDOORS IMMEDIATELY! THESE STORMS HAVE THE POTENTIAL TO PRODUCE VERY HEAVY RAIN...AND COULD CAUSE LOCALIZED FLOODING OF ROADS AND POOR DRAINAGE AREAS THROUGH THE EARLY PART OF THE RUSH HOUR ACROSS THE NIAGARA FRONTIER.

Weather Alert: Strong T-Storms Approaching

Issued By: NWS


Affected Jurisdictions: Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, Wyoming Counties
Headline: Special Weather Statement

 ERIE NY-GENESEE NY-NIAGARA NY-ORLEANS NY-WYOMING NY
LINE OF STRONG THUNDERSTORMS MOVING INTO THE AREA... *
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DOPPLER RADAR INDICATED A LINE OF STRONG THUNDERSTORMS CAPABLE OF PRODUCING STRONG GUSTY WINDS. THESE STORMS WERE LOCATED ALONG A LINE EXTENDING FROM NEWFANE TO LONG POINT ONTARIO...AND MOVING EAST AT 45 MPH. FREQUENT CLOUD TO GROUND LIGHTNING IS OCCURRING WITH THIS STORM. MOVE INDOORS IMMEDIATELY! THESE STORMS HAVE THE POTENTIAL TO PRODUCE VERY HEAVY RAIN...AND COULD CAUSE LOCALIZED FLOODING OF ROADS AND POOR DRAINAGE AREAS THROUGH THE EARLY PART OF THE RUSH HOUR ACROSS THE NIAGARA FRONTIER.

Weather Alert: Strong T-Storms Approaching

Issued By: NWS


Affected Jurisdictions: Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, Wyoming Counties
Headline: Special Weather Statement

 ERIE NY-GENESEE NY-NIAGARA NY-ORLEANS NY-WYOMING NY
LINE OF STRONG THUNDERSTORMS MOVING INTO THE AREA... *
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DOPPLER RADAR INDICATED A LINE OF STRONG THUNDERSTORMS CAPABLE OF PRODUCING STRONG GUSTY WINDS. THESE STORMS WERE LOCATED ALONG A LINE EXTENDING FROM NEWFANE TO LONG POINT ONTARIO...AND MOVING EAST AT 45 MPH. FREQUENT CLOUD TO GROUND LIGHTNING IS OCCURRING WITH THIS STORM. MOVE INDOORS IMMEDIATELY! THESE STORMS HAVE THE POTENTIAL TO PRODUCE VERY HEAVY RAIN...AND COULD CAUSE LOCALIZED FLOODING OF ROADS AND POOR DRAINAGE AREAS THROUGH THE EARLY PART OF THE RUSH HOUR ACROSS THE NIAGARA FRONTIER.

Weather Alert: Strong T-Storms Approaching

Issued By: NWS


Affected Jurisdictions: Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, Wyoming Counties
Headline: Special Weather Statement

 ERIE NY-GENESEE NY-NIAGARA NY-ORLEANS NY-WYOMING NY
LINE OF STRONG THUNDERSTORMS MOVING INTO THE AREA... *
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DOPPLER RADAR INDICATED A LINE OF STRONG THUNDERSTORMS CAPABLE OF PRODUCING STRONG GUSTY WINDS. THESE STORMS WERE LOCATED ALONG A LINE EXTENDING FROM NEWFANE TO LONG POINT ONTARIO...AND MOVING EAST AT 45 MPH. FREQUENT CLOUD TO GROUND LIGHTNING IS OCCURRING WITH THIS STORM. MOVE INDOORS IMMEDIATELY! THESE STORMS HAVE THE POTENTIAL TO PRODUCE VERY HEAVY RAIN...AND COULD CAUSE LOCALIZED FLOODING OF ROADS AND POOR DRAINAGE AREAS THROUGH THE EARLY PART OF THE RUSH HOUR ACROSS THE NIAGARA FRONTIER.
Weather Conditions at 12:30 - Light Rain
Traffic Conditions - Light

  • Water pooling leading to occasional hydroplaning, but in general safe and weather is much calmer then earlier in the evening. A Drive from Tonawanda to Niagara Falls to West Amherst reveal simular conditions in all areas.
  • Source: Direct Observations

Morning Drive Summary

Between 1 and 4 am winds are supposed to increase and thunder / lightning are

supposed to occur, leading to windy conditions during your Monday ride into work.
Light rain rules the morning.

Source: Raw Data Weather Channel, use approved by contract.
Weather Conditions at 12:30 - Light Rain
Traffic Conditions - Light

  • Water pooling leading to occasional hydroplaning, but in general safe and weather is much calmer then earlier in the evening. A Drive from Tonawanda to Niagara Falls to West Amherst reveal simular conditions in all areas.
  • Source: Direct Observations

Morning Drive Summary

Between 1 and 4 am winds are supposed to increase and thunder / lightning are

supposed to occur, leading to windy conditions during your Monday ride into work.
Light rain rules the morning.

Source: Raw Data Weather Channel, use approved by contract.
Weather Conditions at 12:30 - Light Rain
Traffic Conditions - Light

  • Water pooling leading to occasional hydroplaning, but in general safe and weather is much calmer then earlier in the evening. A Drive from Tonawanda to Niagara Falls to West Amherst reveal simular conditions in all areas.
  • Source: Direct Observations

Morning Drive Summary

Between 1 and 4 am winds are supposed to increase and thunder / lightning are

supposed to occur, leading to windy conditions during your Monday ride into work.
Light rain rules the morning.

Source: Raw Data Weather Channel, use approved by contract.
Weather Conditions at 12:30 - Light Rain
Traffic Conditions - Light

  • Water pooling leading to occasional hydroplaning, but in general safe and weather is much calmer then earlier in the evening. A Drive from Tonawanda to Niagara Falls to West Amherst reveal simular conditions in all areas.
  • Source: Direct Observations

Morning Drive Summary

Between 1 and 4 am winds are supposed to increase and thunder / lightning are

supposed to occur, leading to windy conditions during your Monday ride into work.
Light rain rules the morning.

Source: Raw Data Weather Channel, use approved by contract.

Sunday, June 27, 2010

Weather Alert: MARINE WEATHER STATEMENT

MARINE WEATHER STATEMENT


NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BUFFALO NY


...A SPECIAL MARINE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 930 PM EDT FOR

LAKE ONTARIO FROM OLCOTT BEACH TO HAMLIN BEACH...



AT 838 PM EDT...NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DOPPLER RADAR CONTINUED TO

INDICATE A LINE OF THUNDERSTORMS...PRODUCING WIND GUSTS OVER 35

KNOTS OVER THE WESTERN THIRD OF LAKE ONTARIO...MOVING NORTHEAST AT

50 KNOTS.



ONE THUNDERSTORM...20 MILES NORTH OF SUNSET BEACH...LIKELY CONTAINS

A WATERSPOUT. THIS STORM WAS MOVING EAST NORTHEAST AT 50 KNOTS.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL

MIDNIGHT EDT MONDAY MORNING FOR WESTERN NEW YORK.

Weather Alert: MARINE WEATHER STATEMENT

MARINE WEATHER STATEMENT


NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BUFFALO NY


...A SPECIAL MARINE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 930 PM EDT FOR

LAKE ONTARIO FROM OLCOTT BEACH TO HAMLIN BEACH...



AT 838 PM EDT...NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DOPPLER RADAR CONTINUED TO

INDICATE A LINE OF THUNDERSTORMS...PRODUCING WIND GUSTS OVER 35

KNOTS OVER THE WESTERN THIRD OF LAKE ONTARIO...MOVING NORTHEAST AT

50 KNOTS.



ONE THUNDERSTORM...20 MILES NORTH OF SUNSET BEACH...LIKELY CONTAINS

A WATERSPOUT. THIS STORM WAS MOVING EAST NORTHEAST AT 50 KNOTS.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL

MIDNIGHT EDT MONDAY MORNING FOR WESTERN NEW YORK.

Weather Alert: MARINE WEATHER STATEMENT

MARINE WEATHER STATEMENT


NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BUFFALO NY


...A SPECIAL MARINE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 930 PM EDT FOR

LAKE ONTARIO FROM OLCOTT BEACH TO HAMLIN BEACH...



AT 838 PM EDT...NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DOPPLER RADAR CONTINUED TO

INDICATE A LINE OF THUNDERSTORMS...PRODUCING WIND GUSTS OVER 35

KNOTS OVER THE WESTERN THIRD OF LAKE ONTARIO...MOVING NORTHEAST AT

50 KNOTS.



ONE THUNDERSTORM...20 MILES NORTH OF SUNSET BEACH...LIKELY CONTAINS

A WATERSPOUT. THIS STORM WAS MOVING EAST NORTHEAST AT 50 KNOTS.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL

MIDNIGHT EDT MONDAY MORNING FOR WESTERN NEW YORK.

Weather Alert: MARINE WEATHER STATEMENT

MARINE WEATHER STATEMENT


NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BUFFALO NY


...A SPECIAL MARINE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 930 PM EDT FOR

LAKE ONTARIO FROM OLCOTT BEACH TO HAMLIN BEACH...



AT 838 PM EDT...NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DOPPLER RADAR CONTINUED TO

INDICATE A LINE OF THUNDERSTORMS...PRODUCING WIND GUSTS OVER 35

KNOTS OVER THE WESTERN THIRD OF LAKE ONTARIO...MOVING NORTHEAST AT

50 KNOTS.



ONE THUNDERSTORM...20 MILES NORTH OF SUNSET BEACH...LIKELY CONTAINS

A WATERSPOUT. THIS STORM WAS MOVING EAST NORTHEAST AT 50 KNOTS.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL

MIDNIGHT EDT MONDAY MORNING FOR WESTERN NEW YORK.

WX Alert: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Buffalo

(Tonawndas) - It would seem that the storm predicted for 10 pm or later by the national Weather Service at Buffalo, NY has arrived early and depending where you are commutuing this evening will definately have a affect on your driving.

On a drive from Gratwick Riverside Park to the Boulevard Mall moments ago, conditions changed from light drizzel to strong winds, hydroplaning and street flooding. There were areas of low visiblity due to the strong downpours.

Drivers are reminded to use their Winter Driving Skills, (I know -sorry) of giving others space, reducing speed and increasing stopping distance between their car or trucka nd others. It may be difficult to stop at intersections and difficult to see the bicyclists who may be present, especially those without light or reflective clothing.

In addition it may be wise to keep in mind the historical flooding troublespots throughout Western New York

This would include any roadway that may become flooded to the point where it is not passible, including:

  • A. 109 N and S At the Interneational Rail Road Bridge (Black Rock Locks at USACE, Buffalo, NY
  • B. Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY
  • C. Elmwood Avenue next to FWS - Railroad Bridge.
Additional Resources:
Storm Prediction Center and Radar
FEMA: Flooding Fact Sheet

WX Alert: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Buffalo

(Tonawndas) - It would seem that the storm predicted for 10 pm or later by the national Weather Service at Buffalo, NY has arrived early and depending where you are commutuing this evening will definately have a affect on your driving.

On a drive from Gratwick Riverside Park to the Boulevard Mall moments ago, conditions changed from light drizzel to strong winds, hydroplaning and street flooding. There were areas of low visiblity due to the strong downpours.

Drivers are reminded to use their Winter Driving Skills, (I know -sorry) of giving others space, reducing speed and increasing stopping distance between their car or trucka nd others. It may be difficult to stop at intersections and difficult to see the bicyclists who may be present, especially those without light or reflective clothing.

In addition it may be wise to keep in mind the historical flooding troublespots throughout Western New York

This would include any roadway that may become flooded to the point where it is not passible, including:

  • A. 109 N and S At the Interneational Rail Road Bridge (Black Rock Locks at USACE, Buffalo, NY
  • B. Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY
  • C. Elmwood Avenue next to FWS - Railroad Bridge.
Additional Resources:
Storm Prediction Center and Radar
FEMA: Flooding Fact Sheet

WX Alert: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Buffalo

(Tonawndas) - It would seem that the storm predicted for 10 pm or later by the national Weather Service at Buffalo, NY has arrived early and depending where you are commutuing this evening will definately have a affect on your driving.

On a drive from Gratwick Riverside Park to the Boulevard Mall moments ago, conditions changed from light drizzel to strong winds, hydroplaning and street flooding. There were areas of low visiblity due to the strong downpours.

Drivers are reminded to use their Winter Driving Skills, (I know -sorry) of giving others space, reducing speed and increasing stopping distance between their car or trucka nd others. It may be difficult to stop at intersections and difficult to see the bicyclists who may be present, especially those without light or reflective clothing.

In addition it may be wise to keep in mind the historical flooding troublespots throughout Western New York

This would include any roadway that may become flooded to the point where it is not passible, including:

  • A. 109 N and S At the Interneational Rail Road Bridge (Black Rock Locks at USACE, Buffalo, NY
  • B. Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY
  • C. Elmwood Avenue next to FWS - Railroad Bridge.
Additional Resources:
Storm Prediction Center and Radar
FEMA: Flooding Fact Sheet

WX Alert: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Buffalo

(Tonawndas) - It would seem that the storm predicted for 10 pm or later by the national Weather Service at Buffalo, NY has arrived early and depending where you are commutuing this evening will definately have a affect on your driving.

On a drive from Gratwick Riverside Park to the Boulevard Mall moments ago, conditions changed from light drizzel to strong winds, hydroplaning and street flooding. There were areas of low visiblity due to the strong downpours.

Drivers are reminded to use their Winter Driving Skills, (I know -sorry) of giving others space, reducing speed and increasing stopping distance between their car or trucka nd others. It may be difficult to stop at intersections and difficult to see the bicyclists who may be present, especially those without light or reflective clothing.

In addition it may be wise to keep in mind the historical flooding troublespots throughout Western New York

This would include any roadway that may become flooded to the point where it is not passible, including:

  • A. 109 N and S At the Interneational Rail Road Bridge (Black Rock Locks at USACE, Buffalo, NY
  • B. Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY
  • C. Elmwood Avenue next to FWS - Railroad Bridge.
Additional Resources:
Storm Prediction Center and Radar
FEMA: Flooding Fact Sheet

Traffic Advisory: Rt 104 and Qaker Road

Traffic Advisory: Tipsters suggest that Mercy Flight was called to the intersection of Route 104 and Quaker Road for an accident. Limited Details. Use Caution in Area.

 No Further Details Available at this time.

Traffic Advisory: Rt 104 and Qaker Road

Traffic Advisory: Tipsters suggest that Mercy Flight was called to the intersection of Route 104 and Quaker Road for an accident. Limited Details. Use Caution in Area.

 No Further Details Available at this time.

Traffic Advisory: Rt 104 and Qaker Road

Traffic Advisory: Tipsters suggest that Mercy Flight was called to the intersection of Route 104 and Quaker Road for an accident. Limited Details. Use Caution in Area.

 No Further Details Available at this time.

Traffic Advisory: Rt 104 and Qaker Road

Traffic Advisory: Tipsters suggest that Mercy Flight was called to the intersection of Route 104 and Quaker Road for an accident. Limited Details. Use Caution in Area.

 No Further Details Available at this time.

Saturday, June 26, 2010

Traffic Advisory: Ranch Trail West

Traffic Advisory Police Activity
in area of 222 Ranch Trail West
Automobile Accident

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Photo / map for illustration of location only. Not crash scene. Cars shown may not be involved.

Traffic Advisory: Ranch Trail West

Traffic Advisory Police Activity
in area of 222 Ranch Trail West
Automobile Accident

View Larger Map
Photo / map for illustration of location only. Not crash scene. Cars shown may not be involved.

Traffic Advisory: Ranch Trail West

Traffic Advisory Police Activity
in area of 222 Ranch Trail West
Automobile Accident

View Larger Map
Photo / map for illustration of location only. Not crash scene. Cars shown may not be involved.

Traffic Advisory: Ranch Trail West

Traffic Advisory Police Activity
in area of 222 Ranch Trail West
Automobile Accident

View Larger Map
Photo / map for illustration of location only. Not crash scene. Cars shown may not be involved.

Traffic Advisory: Gus Macker Tourney Starts Today

Buffalo, NY once again plays host the Gus Macker Basketball 3 on 3 Tournament.

"Buffalo Police Athletic League, Presents the 2010 Buffalo Gus Macker
100% of all proceeds from the event will directly benefit the children of our community through the programs of PAL. The focus and goal of PAL’s core programming it to build strong athletic, cultural, social and recreational opportunities that area youth are attracted and held to; while adding age appropriate prevention and education to each activity." - website
 
Today is the first day of two and details, such as standings etc... can be found on their website at:
 http://www.macker.com/tournaments/buffalony/22-buffalo-ny.html
parking may

 

There may be traffic delays and parking may be at a premium, so get downtown early for all your evening activities, or better yet stop downtown where you can find and cheer on your favorite 3 on 3 team. Refreshments are available for sale, or stop by your favorite locally owned restaurant, bar, or nightclub. Do business locally and support our community.

 
Specific Closures:
Delaware Avenue Downtown
Elmwood Avenue Downtown
Possibly near Niagara Square

Source: Based on last year's activities
 

Traffic Advisory: Gus Macker Tourney Starts Today

Buffalo, NY once again plays host the Gus Macker Basketball 3 on 3 Tournament.

"Buffalo Police Athletic League, Presents the 2010 Buffalo Gus Macker
100% of all proceeds from the event will directly benefit the children of our community through the programs of PAL. The focus and goal of PAL’s core programming it to build strong athletic, cultural, social and recreational opportunities that area youth are attracted and held to; while adding age appropriate prevention and education to each activity." - website
 
Today is the first day of two and details, such as standings etc... can be found on their website at:
 http://www.macker.com/tournaments/buffalony/22-buffalo-ny.html
parking may

 

There may be traffic delays and parking may be at a premium, so get downtown early for all your evening activities, or better yet stop downtown where you can find and cheer on your favorite 3 on 3 team. Refreshments are available for sale, or stop by your favorite locally owned restaurant, bar, or nightclub. Do business locally and support our community.

 
Specific Closures:
Delaware Avenue Downtown
Elmwood Avenue Downtown
Possibly near Niagara Square

Source: Based on last year's activities
 

Traffic Advisory: Gus Macker Tourney Starts Today

Buffalo, NY once again plays host the Gus Macker Basketball 3 on 3 Tournament.

"Buffalo Police Athletic League, Presents the 2010 Buffalo Gus Macker
100% of all proceeds from the event will directly benefit the children of our community through the programs of PAL. The focus and goal of PAL’s core programming it to build strong athletic, cultural, social and recreational opportunities that area youth are attracted and held to; while adding age appropriate prevention and education to each activity." - website
 
Today is the first day of two and details, such as standings etc... can be found on their website at:
 http://www.macker.com/tournaments/buffalony/22-buffalo-ny.html
parking may

 

There may be traffic delays and parking may be at a premium, so get downtown early for all your evening activities, or better yet stop downtown where you can find and cheer on your favorite 3 on 3 team. Refreshments are available for sale, or stop by your favorite locally owned restaurant, bar, or nightclub. Do business locally and support our community.

 
Specific Closures:
Delaware Avenue Downtown
Elmwood Avenue Downtown
Possibly near Niagara Square

Source: Based on last year's activities
 

Traffic Advisory: Gus Macker Tourney Starts Today

Buffalo, NY once again plays host the Gus Macker Basketball 3 on 3 Tournament.

"Buffalo Police Athletic League, Presents the 2010 Buffalo Gus Macker
100% of all proceeds from the event will directly benefit the children of our community through the programs of PAL. The focus and goal of PAL’s core programming it to build strong athletic, cultural, social and recreational opportunities that area youth are attracted and held to; while adding age appropriate prevention and education to each activity." - website
 
Today is the first day of two and details, such as standings etc... can be found on their website at:
 http://www.macker.com/tournaments/buffalony/22-buffalo-ny.html
parking may

 

There may be traffic delays and parking may be at a premium, so get downtown early for all your evening activities, or better yet stop downtown where you can find and cheer on your favorite 3 on 3 team. Refreshments are available for sale, or stop by your favorite locally owned restaurant, bar, or nightclub. Do business locally and support our community.

 
Specific Closures:
Delaware Avenue Downtown
Elmwood Avenue Downtown
Possibly near Niagara Square

Source: Based on last year's activities
 

Traffic Advisory: Ride for Roswell Across WNY

Ride for Roswell:

Please be advised that bikers will be traveling the roads of Western New York today as part of the Annual Ride for Roswell. Unfortunately there are 12 routes, so there is no real way to predict who will be where. In the past postcards were sent out to homes on the affected routes. Routes are dotted with red colored signs.

7:05 AM -  Sweet Home Road police on location.

Ride for Roswell Course Maps

Traffic Advisory: Ride for Roswell Across WNY

Ride for Roswell:

Please be advised that bikers will be traveling the roads of Western New York today as part of the Annual Ride for Roswell. Unfortunately there are 12 routes, so there is no real way to predict who will be where. In the past postcards were sent out to homes on the affected routes. Routes are dotted with red colored signs.

7:05 AM -  Sweet Home Road police on location.

Ride for Roswell Course Maps

Traffic Advisory: Ride for Roswell Across WNY

Ride for Roswell:

Please be advised that bikers will be traveling the roads of Western New York today as part of the Annual Ride for Roswell. Unfortunately there are 12 routes, so there is no real way to predict who will be where. In the past postcards were sent out to homes on the affected routes. Routes are dotted with red colored signs.

7:05 AM -  Sweet Home Road police on location.

Ride for Roswell Course Maps

Traffic Advisory: Ride for Roswell Across WNY

Ride for Roswell:

Please be advised that bikers will be traveling the roads of Western New York today as part of the Annual Ride for Roswell. Unfortunately there are 12 routes, so there is no real way to predict who will be where. In the past postcards were sent out to homes on the affected routes. Routes are dotted with red colored signs.

7:05 AM -  Sweet Home Road police on location.

Ride for Roswell Course Maps

"Steer it - Clear It" a Precurser to new Laws on Motorists?


NEWS AND COMMENT: Commentary

"Steer it - Clear It" a Precurser to new Laws on Motorists?
Editor's note: meant as a thought provolking interesting column, addressing topics and information currently addressed in media, politics dealing with transportation. This is not meant as a news article. It simply is what it is.
Sidebar: Common Sence:
Motorists are advised that while approaching an accident scene, fire department of police scene, it is always important to be ever aware, of not only the roadway directly in front of the car you are operating, but also any activities and orders offered by Fire Police, Fire Fighters or Police. Events at an accident scene can change quickly, including lane restrictions, lane changes or lane or road closures.

If you can avoid the scene completely, it may be advisable. Accidents can also be caused by the actions of drivers rubbernecking and slowing the motion of traffic. If you are not directly involved in the incident, a first reponder, member of the media, please move along. This would be best for all involved.

"Steer it - Slear it" Not an Original Idea
It's been studied for a decade or more.

 The issue of incident response and safety on the emergency scene has been an issue of focus.So much so that the attention of the federal government has caused online publication of information for Traffic Incident Management. Some of the issues that are noted include; special event traffic management, emergency lighting and details tools and signage.


The Federal Highway Administration, United States Department of Transportation, has created materials and guidence in refernece to three very important practices.

A. SQC Laws - Safe Quick Clearance Laws, as you have recently heard promoted in newscasts and in advertising,  promotes the idea of "steer it - clear it" practices.
 
The important bullet points of this include:
A. Giving First Responders a "cushion" to work within.
B. Keeping roadways clear for faster incident response
 C. Helping to prevent secondary accidents

  Three core SQC laws, announced in a recent publication by the USA DOT include; provide a necessary foundation for facilitating the safety, mobility,and economic benefits of TIM when effectively implemented together:


Driver Removal or “Move It”: These laws require motorists involved in minor crashes (where there are no serious injuries and the vehicle can be driven) to move their vehicles out of the travel lanes to the shoulder or other safe area before initiating the exchange of insurance information, or while awaiting the arrival of law enforcement and/or a tow truck.Authority Removal or “Remove It”: These laws provide authority (and immunity
from liability in general) for designated public agencies to remove abandoned
vehicles and spilled cargo from the roadway to restore traffic fl ow.
“Move Over”: Designed to protect incident responders and stranded motorists
alike, “Move Over” laws require motorists approaching incident responders and
vehicles to slow down and move over to an adjacent lane, when possible,
to provide an increased safety buffer."


The USA DOT promotes the enactment of additiolnal laws on motorists. What this means is that if you are in an accident, and you do not move your car over far enough, you can get a citation for that in addition to any item you may have done to cause the accident in the first place from the way this information is disclosed.

Another important thing to keep in mind is that the points on your license can add up quickly and if you, as a mototist, and this is inclusive of anyone who uses NY roads and thruways, not just NY drivers, you can be subject to the Driver Responsiblity Assessment. This assessment can add hunderds of dollars to your fine and penalty even after you have gone to court and paid your fines.

NITTEC is currenty promoting the idea of "stear it clear it" but has made no specific announcemnt about additional laws.


A quick search via Google found some information illustrating some additional information in reference to the government's involvement.


A comprehensive Georgia G.A.O. report details the fact that the Federal Government is a stakeholder in the effective use of highways and the safe use thereof, a report produced by Government Accounting Office to the Ranking Member, offer ideas, including the ranger program, which we call "H.E.L.P. Trucks" and H.O.T. Lanes that access a surcharge to cars if they would like to use lanes that bi-pass conjestion.


One of the success stories involving traffic was the following:



"In 1991, Washington State’s legislature passed a law designed to reduce traffic congestion, reduce air pollution, and petroleum consumption by requiring metropolitan planning organizations to foster employer-based programs that
 decrease the number of commuting trips made by people driving alone. Since the law was passed, the number of vehicle trips has dropped statewide. In the central Puget Sound region, where Seattle is located, the number of vehicle trips made during the morning commuter hours has dropped by 14,000, reducing peak travel delay by an estimated 11.6 percent, on average, each weekday morning in the region."

According to the fifty plus page report, raising of taxes was mentioned as a way to combat traffic issues:



"Agencies Report Developing New Methods to Fund the Use of Congestion Mitigation Techniques

A number of state and local governments in the locations we visited had imposed additional tolls, local taxes, and development impact fees to provide funding for the implementation of congestion mitigation techniques. Officials said they had done so because traditional funding sources were not generating sufficient resources. Many of these revenue sources were focused in a specific region and were geared toward implementing specific congestion mitigation techniques. For example, voters in the San Francisco region passed an increase in toll fees on the region’s seven state-owned bridges to support the Regional Traffic Relief Plan, which funds such projects as expanding transit options, as well as improving transit connections and several freeway bottlenecks. Several other regions passed sales, property, or gasoline taxes. For example, San Diego passed a half-cent sales tax to implement a number of congestion mitigation techniques to help improve traffic congestion on the most highly congested corridors in the region. This included funding for new HOV and managed lanes along highways, new connectors to the highways, and transit improvements.


Some localities generated additional transportation funding through another source—development impact fees. They used this approach particularly when new development had a significant effect on the current road network. Florida, for example, has passed a law that regulates large-scale developments that have substantial impacts on the transportation system."

All in all, it is a very complex how the Federal Government is involved, and using taxpayer money to enact more laws, to make us safer. In addition it is nice to see local improvements and see ideas from 2007 are being put into action today.

Additional Resources:

Department of Transportation PDF (adobe)
GAO Report July 2007 Report to the Ranking Member, Committee on Environment and Public Works, U.S. Senate
All Sources are public domain

"Steer it - Clear It" a Precurser to new Laws on Motorists?


NEWS AND COMMENT: Commentary

"Steer it - Clear It" a Precurser to new Laws on Motorists?
Editor's note: meant as a thought provolking interesting column, addressing topics and information currently addressed in media, politics dealing with transportation. This is not meant as a news article. It simply is what it is.
Sidebar: Common Sence:
Motorists are advised that while approaching an accident scene, fire department of police scene, it is always important to be ever aware, of not only the roadway directly in front of the car you are operating, but also any activities and orders offered by Fire Police, Fire Fighters or Police. Events at an accident scene can change quickly, including lane restrictions, lane changes or lane or road closures.

If you can avoid the scene completely, it may be advisable. Accidents can also be caused by the actions of drivers rubbernecking and slowing the motion of traffic. If you are not directly involved in the incident, a first reponder, member of the media, please move along. This would be best for all involved.

"Steer it - Slear it" Not an Original Idea
It's been studied for a decade or more.

 The issue of incident response and safety on the emergency scene has been an issue of focus.So much so that the attention of the federal government has caused online publication of information for Traffic Incident Management. Some of the issues that are noted include; special event traffic management, emergency lighting and details tools and signage.


The Federal Highway Administration, United States Department of Transportation, has created materials and guidence in refernece to three very important practices.

A. SQC Laws - Safe Quick Clearance Laws, as you have recently heard promoted in newscasts and in advertising,  promotes the idea of "steer it - clear it" practices.
 
The important bullet points of this include:
A. Giving First Responders a "cushion" to work within.
B. Keeping roadways clear for faster incident response
 C. Helping to prevent secondary accidents

  Three core SQC laws, announced in a recent publication by the USA DOT include; provide a necessary foundation for facilitating the safety, mobility,and economic benefits of TIM when effectively implemented together:


Driver Removal or “Move It”: These laws require motorists involved in minor crashes (where there are no serious injuries and the vehicle can be driven) to move their vehicles out of the travel lanes to the shoulder or other safe area before initiating the exchange of insurance information, or while awaiting the arrival of law enforcement and/or a tow truck.Authority Removal or “Remove It”: These laws provide authority (and immunity
from liability in general) for designated public agencies to remove abandoned
vehicles and spilled cargo from the roadway to restore traffic fl ow.
“Move Over”: Designed to protect incident responders and stranded motorists
alike, “Move Over” laws require motorists approaching incident responders and
vehicles to slow down and move over to an adjacent lane, when possible,
to provide an increased safety buffer."


The USA DOT promotes the enactment of additiolnal laws on motorists. What this means is that if you are in an accident, and you do not move your car over far enough, you can get a citation for that in addition to any item you may have done to cause the accident in the first place from the way this information is disclosed.

Another important thing to keep in mind is that the points on your license can add up quickly and if you, as a mototist, and this is inclusive of anyone who uses NY roads and thruways, not just NY drivers, you can be subject to the Driver Responsiblity Assessment. This assessment can add hunderds of dollars to your fine and penalty even after you have gone to court and paid your fines.

NITTEC is currenty promoting the idea of "stear it clear it" but has made no specific announcemnt about additional laws.


A quick search via Google found some information illustrating some additional information in reference to the government's involvement.


A comprehensive Georgia G.A.O. report details the fact that the Federal Government is a stakeholder in the effective use of highways and the safe use thereof, a report produced by Government Accounting Office to the Ranking Member, offer ideas, including the ranger program, which we call "H.E.L.P. Trucks" and H.O.T. Lanes that access a surcharge to cars if they would like to use lanes that bi-pass conjestion.


One of the success stories involving traffic was the following:



"In 1991, Washington State’s legislature passed a law designed to reduce traffic congestion, reduce air pollution, and petroleum consumption by requiring metropolitan planning organizations to foster employer-based programs that
 decrease the number of commuting trips made by people driving alone. Since the law was passed, the number of vehicle trips has dropped statewide. In the central Puget Sound region, where Seattle is located, the number of vehicle trips made during the morning commuter hours has dropped by 14,000, reducing peak travel delay by an estimated 11.6 percent, on average, each weekday morning in the region."

According to the fifty plus page report, raising of taxes was mentioned as a way to combat traffic issues:



"Agencies Report Developing New Methods to Fund the Use of Congestion Mitigation Techniques

A number of state and local governments in the locations we visited had imposed additional tolls, local taxes, and development impact fees to provide funding for the implementation of congestion mitigation techniques. Officials said they had done so because traditional funding sources were not generating sufficient resources. Many of these revenue sources were focused in a specific region and were geared toward implementing specific congestion mitigation techniques. For example, voters in the San Francisco region passed an increase in toll fees on the region’s seven state-owned bridges to support the Regional Traffic Relief Plan, which funds such projects as expanding transit options, as well as improving transit connections and several freeway bottlenecks. Several other regions passed sales, property, or gasoline taxes. For example, San Diego passed a half-cent sales tax to implement a number of congestion mitigation techniques to help improve traffic congestion on the most highly congested corridors in the region. This included funding for new HOV and managed lanes along highways, new connectors to the highways, and transit improvements.


Some localities generated additional transportation funding through another source—development impact fees. They used this approach particularly when new development had a significant effect on the current road network. Florida, for example, has passed a law that regulates large-scale developments that have substantial impacts on the transportation system."

All in all, it is a very complex how the Federal Government is involved, and using taxpayer money to enact more laws, to make us safer. In addition it is nice to see local improvements and see ideas from 2007 are being put into action today.

Additional Resources:

Department of Transportation PDF (adobe)
GAO Report July 2007 Report to the Ranking Member, Committee on Environment and Public Works, U.S. Senate
All Sources are public domain

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