PennDOT reminds drivers, pedestrians of safety tips ahead of holiday weekend

PennDOT reminds drivers, pedestrians of safety tips ahead of holiday weekend

(WJET/WFXP) – PennDOT wants to remind both motorists and pedestrians of safety tips to keep in mind over the Fourth of July weekend. According to PennDOT data, there were 279 crashes across the commonwealth during the 36-hour span from midnight on July 4 until 6 a.m. on July 5. Of those crashes, there were four fatalities and 216 injuries. PennDOT stated that 47 of those crashes were alcohol related. To keep everyone safe, on and off the road, P…

PennDOT urges safe, sober driving and walking ahead of holiday

Ahead of the holiday, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and its safety partners are highlighting the dangers of driving under the influence and sharing tips to stay safe.

PennDOT, Safety Partners Urge Safe Driving and Walking Ahead of Independence Day

MEADVILLE, Pa. (EYT) – In advance of Fourth of July celebrations, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and its safety partners are reminding everyone to drive sober and watch for pedestrians. Representatives from PennDOT, the Pennsylvania DUI Association, the Highway Safety Network, and the City of Meadville hosted a media event today in Diamond Park in downtown Meadville to highlight the dangers of driving under the influence…