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Updated 'Move Over Law' goes into effect on South Dakota roads on July 1
Updated 'Move Over Law' goes into effect on South Dakota roads on July 1

Yahoo

time5 days ago

  • Automotive
  • Yahoo

Updated 'Move Over Law' goes into effect on South Dakota roads on July 1

Jun. 27—PIERRE — A newly updated 'Move Over' law goes into effect across South Dakota on July 1, 2025, expanding protections for authorized vehicles occupying the shoulder of the highway with amber, yellow, or blue warning lights. The expanded law now requires drivers to take action when approaching any vehicle displaying flashing amber, yellow, or blue lights — not just law enforcement or emergency responders. This includes tow trucks, highway maintenance vehicles, utility crews, and Department of Transportation equipment using proper hazard lighting while on the shoulder. "These are real people — moms, dads, sons, and daughters — working hard or handling emergencies at the roadside," said South Dakota Highway Patrol Superintendent Colonel Casey Collins in a news release. The law requires drivers to do the following: * On multi-lane highways, move into the lane farthest away from the stopped vehicle, when it's safe to do so, and pass with caution. * On two-lane roads, slow down at least 300 feet in advance, and reduce speed: to 20 mph below the posted limit, or to 5 mph if the speed limit is 20 mph or less. Violations are a Class 2 misdemeanor, carrying a minimum fine of $270. If a crash occurs because of a violation, the offense becomes a Class 1 misdemeanor, which comes with steeper penalties. "The bottom line is this: If you see flashing lights, slow down, move over, and give extra space," Collins said. "Whether it's a trooper conducting a stop, a worker fixing a guardrail, or a DOT vehicle on the shoulder, they all deserve to go home safely."

Pennsylvania Turnpike officials expecting busy holiday travel period
Pennsylvania Turnpike officials expecting busy holiday travel period

CBS News

time6 days ago

  • Automotive
  • CBS News

Pennsylvania Turnpike officials expecting busy holiday travel period

Pennsylvania Turnpike officials expect a busy travel period heading into the Fourth of July weekend. The Turnpike projects that more than 5.88 million motorists will be traveling on the Turnpike system from Friday, June 27, through Sunday, July 6. This is a projected increase of 3.4% compared to last year's traffic tally during the same 10-day period, according to a provided news release. Officials project the busiest day of holiday-related travel on Friday, June 27, with an estimated 725,000 motorists hitting the roads. All roadway construction and maintenance projects will be suspended beginning Friday, June 27, at 5 a.m. and remain suspended until Sunday, July 6, at 11 p.m. to ensure as many lanes as possible remain open. Turnpike safety Pennsylvania State Police Troop T will have extra patrols during the holiday period to ensure drivers are obeying the rules of the road while driving responsibly. This Fourth of July also marks the first major holiday travel period since "Paul Miller's Law" went into effect across Pennsylvania, prohibiting the use of handheld devices while driving, even when stopped temporarily due to traffic, a red light, or other momentary delay. Drivers are always encouraged to practice safe driving habits, including driving responsibly, powering off their devices and removing unnecessary distractions. If you see an emergency responder on the road, follow Pennsylvania's "Move Over" law and move over into an adjacent lane if it is safe to do so, or slow down to at least 20 mph below the posted speed limit.

‘Move Over' law violations put law enforcement at risk
‘Move Over' law violations put law enforcement at risk

Yahoo

time13-06-2025

  • Yahoo

‘Move Over' law violations put law enforcement at risk

CASTLE ROCK, Colo. (KDVR) — Drivers not obeying Colorado's 'Move Over' law are putting law enforcement officers and others in danger on the roads. The law requires drivers to move at least one lane over when approaching emergency vehicles with flashing lights. The Castle Rock Police Department tells FOX31 a marked patrol car with emergency lights running was totaled when another driver crashed into its back end on Tuesday, causing the car to catch fire. Castle Rock police vehicle totaled in crash on I-25 The officer was standing nearby but was not Sherri Mendez of the Colorado State Patrol told FOX31 she has almost been struck by drivers not abiding by the law while doing her job. 'It just sounds so fast and loud, and you can feel sometimes the car shake,' she said. Mendez says following the Move Over Law is crucial to saving lives on the road and drivers should slow down and move over when they see any vehicle on the side of the road with flashing lights. 'We're doing our job and we expect other people to do their job and be responsible and move over for us,' she said. The Problem Solvers found that at least three accidents per month occurred between August and November of 2024 as a result of drivers violating the Move Over Law, including a fatal accident in Golden that killed 33-year-old police officer Evan Dunn, who had served in the Army as an aviation officer and Blackhawk pilot. Loveland police arrest street racer who fled by car and foot: 'A dangerous problem' Another officer was seriously injured. The driver in that case was arrested for vehicular homicide, driving under the influence and violating the 'Move Over' Law. Mendez says the State Patrol motto is 'no one's final resting place should be on the roadway' and encourages drivers to consider the harm that can come from failing to consider the well-being of others by following the law. 'Think of everybody on the shoulder of the road as their family members — us included,' she said. The Colorado State Patrol is still investigating the crash in Castle Rock. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

Southern Company's Georgia Power Prepares for a Storm-Heavy 2025
Southern Company's Georgia Power Prepares for a Storm-Heavy 2025

Yahoo

time09-06-2025

  • Business
  • Yahoo

Southern Company's Georgia Power Prepares for a Storm-Heavy 2025

The Southern Company's SO subsidiary, Georgia Power, is doubling down on efforts to maintain safe and reliable electricity service ahead of the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season amid the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) forecast of above-average storm activity. The utility company has significantly enhanced its storm response capabilities, including investments in smart grid technologies and infrastructure upgrades designed to limit the impact of outages and speed up recovery. Self-healing technology now embedded across the state's power grid allows crews to reroute power and segment a power line, which isolates issues, minimizing the number of affected customers and restoring power faster. This approach proved invaluable during 2024's Hurricane Helene, the most destructive in Georgia Power's history, where it played a key role in accelerating power restoration. Georgia Power is urging all customers to take proactive safety measures this season. From avoiding downed power lines to using generators properly, the company emphasizes that preparation can save lives. To stay informed during emergencies, customers are encouraged to use Georgia Power's digital tools: Outage Alerts: Free text notifications with personalized updates Outage & Storm Center: A 24/7 resource for reporting and tracking outages Outage Map: Real-time statewide view of current outages Mobile App & Social Media: On-the-go access to safety tips, updates and support The utility also reminds drivers to follow Georgia's Move Over Law, giving space to utility crews working roadside during or after storms. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which left over a million Georgians without power, Georgia Power was honored with the Edison Electric Institute's Emergency Recovery Award. The recognition highlights the extraordinary work of thousands of line workers and support staff who helped rebuild critical parts of the grid, replacing over 11,000 power poles, repairing 1,000 miles of wire and removing more than 3,000 damaged trees. The company informs that as storm threats loom in 2025, Georgia Power stands ready to respond with resilience and innovation. The Southern Company deals with the generation, transmission and distribution of electricity and serves approximately nine million customers through its seven electric and natural gas distribution units. Currently, SO has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). Investors interested in the utility sector might look at some better-ranked stocks like EDP, S.A. EDPFY, Engie SA ENGIY and CenterPoint Energy, Inc. CNP. While EDP and Engie currently sport a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) each, CenterPoint Energy carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank stocks here. EDP ranks among Europe's major electricity operators, as well as being one of Portugal's largest business groups. EngieSA engages in the power, natural gas and energy services businesses. It operates through Renewables, Networks, Energy Solutions, FlexGen, Retail, Nuclear and Others segments. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for ENGIY's 2025 earnings indicates 19.55% year-over-year growth. Houston, TX-based CenterPoint Energy is a domestic energy delivery company that provides electric transmission and distribution, power generation, and natural gas distribution operations. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CNP's 2025 earnings indicates 8.02% year-over-year growth. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Southern Company (The) (SO) : Free Stock Analysis Report CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP) : Free Stock Analysis Report Energias de Portugal (EDPFY) : Free Stock Analysis Report ENGIE - Sponsored ADR (ENGIY) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data

New York State trooper launched over guardrail after semi-truck plowed into patrol car during traffic stop on Thruway
New York State trooper launched over guardrail after semi-truck plowed into patrol car during traffic stop on Thruway

New York Post

time07-06-2025

  • New York Post

New York State trooper launched over guardrail after semi-truck plowed into patrol car during traffic stop on Thruway

A New York State trooper was seriously injured when a semi-truck plowed into his parked patrol car on the side of a busy upstate highway – obliterating the cruiser and sending the cop flying over a guardrail, police said. The freakish incident unfolded around 12:39 p.m. Friday as the trooper was conducting a traffic stop on the New York State Thruway in Schenectady County, just 25 miles southwest of Albany. The trailer-less tractor was traveling westbound on Interstate 90 when it slammed into the squad car, according to state police, which shared startling images of the collision. 4 The collision obliterated the New York State Police cruiser Friday afternoon. New York State Police/Facebook Police said the impact hurled the trooper, who was standing on the passenger side of a Honda Odyssey involved in the traffic stop, over the metal barrier and tumbling down an embankment. 'The incident is a powerful reminder: New York's Move Over Law is not optional,' police said, referring to a state law that requires motorists to slow down and shift lanes when a vehicle is stopped on an Empire State roadway. 4 The disastrous incident occurred on the New York State Thruway while the trooper was conducting a traffic stop. New York State Police/Facebook 'When you see emergency, police, fire, or highway crews on the shoulder – slow down and move over. Lives depend on it.' Images of the wreck showed the mangled cop car perched atop the flattened guardrail, its rear end sheared off, car hood damaged, windshield shattered and airbags deployed. The cruiser also smashed into the back of the Honda, leaving it severely damaged and shuttering the thruway for hours. 4 The trooper was sent to the hospital with serious injuries. New York State Police/Facebook The trooper was taken to Albany Medical Center with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The Honda driver and passenger suffered minor injuries and were transported to St. Mary's Hospital in Amsterdam, police said. 4 The wreck, which sent the driver and passenger involved in the traffic stop to the hospital, closed the highway for hours. New York State Police/Facebook It was not immediately clear if the truck driver, who was not identified, was charged. 'We wish our Trooper a full and speedy recovery,' police said.

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