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technology1 month ago•5 min saved

Crash-risk poles: Flock ALPR cameras under scrutiny for roadside hazards in Ohio

Safety advocates warn that Flock Safety ALPR cameras mounted on dark, unshielded roadside poles—often without breakaway safety features—pose serious crash risks on rural Ohio roads, challenging state installation standards. While Flock and police departments tout crime-reduction benefits and claim compliance, investigators found many poles lack required safety inspections or breakaway design, prompting calls for stricter oversight and safer pole installations even as the cameras remain widely deployed.

via The Guardian|

#alpr #flock-safety #roadside-safety

wildlife-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"CT DEEP Warns Motorists of Moose Sightings Near I-91 in Windsor Locks"

The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) in Connecticut has issued a warning to drivers to be cautious after a moose was spotted near a highway exit. With a small population of about 100 animals, moose can pose a serious threat to public safety if they wander onto roadways. DEEP advises drivers to slow down, drive defensively, and be aware of moose, as collisions with them are more likely to result in human fatalities compared to deer collisions. They also urge people not to approach moose, as they can become aggressive and exhibit unpredictable behavior.

via Eyewitness News 3|

#connecticut #moose #public-safety