Florida Governor Gives Updates on Preparation Efforts Ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis gave an update on state preparation efforts ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole and urged Floridians to listen to local emergency management officials for updates related to their counties. There are currently 16,000 linemen staged to respond to power outages following the storm in addition to 600 guardsmen that have been activated, and 7 Urban Search and Rescue teams on standby to deploy following the storm. Governor DeSantis also signed an executive order, expanding read more…

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State of Emergency Declared for 24 Florida Counties Ahead of Tropical Depression 9

What will likely be called Hurricane Ian as it strengthens is forecast to hit Florida, and Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency in 24 counties.

Tropical Depression Nine formed in the Caribbean on Friday with a path that could bring it to Florida next week as a major Category 3 hurricane. As of 5:00 pm today the its projected path has the system approaching Florida late Tuesday and making landfall Wednesday.

Tropical Depression Nine has the potential to strengthen read more…

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FDOT: Slow Down, Stay Alert in Work Zones, for National Work Zone Awareness Week

This week, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) recognizes National Work Zone Awareness Week (April 11-15), reminding motorists to slow down and take extra caution when traveling through work zones. Additionally, Florida now uses a combination of red, green, and amber lights on construction equipment in high-speed work zones when workers are present.

 Florida’s planned transportation investments for Fiscal Year 2022-23 total more than $12 billion. This commitment to i read more…

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Expect Winter Delays Over I-5 Siskiyous, Mt. Shasta Areas and Cascade Passes

The Oregon Department of Transportation warns that unprepared drivers may face challenges through next week as a mix of winter storms are forecast for the Interstate 5 corridor and Cascade mountain passes. Conditions may cause either delays or closures so drivers should remain flexible.

“We a read more…

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Beginning January 1, 2021 Holding a Phone While Driving Will Be Illegal in Virginia

Put your phone down and focus on driving. That text, call, tweet & selfie can wait! Beginning January 1, 2021, it will be illegal to hold a phone or other mobile device while driving in Virginia.

§ 46.2-818.2. (Effective January 1, 2021) Use of handheld personal communications devices in read more…

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