As the holiday season begins, Pennsylvania officials are focusing on road safety. PennDOT, the Pennsylvania State Police, and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission work together to reduce travel accidents. An upcoming media event will highlight safety measures, emphasize the importance of seat belts, and warn about the dangers of driving under the influence or being distracted.
Mike Carroll, Secretary of PennDOT, joined by Lt. Adam Reed, PSP Communications Office Director, and Craig Shuey, COO of the PA Turnpike, will spearhead the gathering. Scheduled for 11 AM today, which will find them on the eve of some of the busiest travel days of the year, the trio will present data and discuss strategies to promote safer holiday travel at PA Turnpike's New Cumberland Maintenance Shed.
This event isn't just a nod to routine reminders; it's a call to action for all drivers to take personal responsibility during a high-stakes period when accident rates historically spike. According to the advisory published on the Pennsylvania Government Website, the officials will confront the grim tide of traffic incidents that often mar the holiday season with a sense of urgency and a plea for community-wide vigilance. With a sharp uptick in road travel projected, their message is clear: safety should never take a backseat.
For those interested in covering this critical briefing, an RSVP is required, with details to be directed to [email protected], as detailed in the advisory. The Pennsylvania Turnpike New Cumberland Maintenance Shed, located at 519 Marsh Run Road, New Cumberland, becomes the setting for this pre-holiday assembly of minds determined to make a difference in the state's driving culture.
