Drivers Urged to Slow Down, Stay Alert as Work Zone Awareness Week Begins

Drivers urged to slow down, stay alert as work zone awareness week begins

Government officials said driver behavior is the leading cause of work zone collisions in Kentucky.

Slow down, stay alert: Kentucky officials highlight Work Zone Awareness Week  | NewsRadio 1230 AM/99.3 FM | Hopkinsville's News Leader | Hopkinsville, Kentucky

By News Reporter Gabby Cedano As National Work Zone Awareness Week begins, Kentucky officials are urging drivers to take extra care on the road as construction season ramps up.  With warmer weather bringing more travel and highway projects, state leaders say simple choices behind the wheel can prevent serious crashes and save lives. Governor Andy Beshear says the increase in road work is a sign of progress, but it’s also a time when drivers must…

Kentucky officials kick off Work Zone Safety Awareness Week

Team Kentucky officials will host a kickoff event on today at 9:30 a.m., in recognition of National Work Zone Awareness Week, which runs through April 24th