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PennDOTNews

  1. #Travel info: @511PAAllentown @511PAAltoona @511PAErie @511PAHarrisburg @511PANortheast @511PAPhilly @511PAPittsburgh @511PAStateColl
  2. Reminder: if driving in #rain, your headlights must be on if your wipers are. Drive according to conditions, not your schedule.
  3. Don't text and drive! Eyes on the road, hands on the wheel. More info on PA's Anti-texting law @ ow.ly/biR5V
  4. #Traffic conditions, cameras, weather alerts and more @ 511PA.com. Know before you hit the road. #travel #TGIF
  5. The PA Motorcycle Safety Program - Helping experienced and new riders stay safe since 1984. See what they offer at pamsp.com
  6. Pa. business looking to help improve your community? Check out our Sponsor a Highway program: ow.ly/biBnz #KeepPABeautiful
  7. PennDOT crews are common sights on Pennsylvania’s 40,000 roadway miles and 25,000 bridges, learn about what we do @ ow.ly/bitbD
  8. Make sure your child is safe and properly restrained, learn about PA's Child Passenger Safety Law and find resources @ ow.ly/bioOj
  9. Great story on one of our high school radio PSA winners and why #PennDOT did the contest: ow.ly/bimAJ #StMarys
  10. There's plenty of ways to get there! Check out tips and alternative ways to travel @ pacommutes.com
  11. Concerned about a friend or loved one’s medical condition affecting driving? Consult Frequently Asked Questions at drivesafepa.org
  12. @alyssa_kar That bridge is owned by the city. Can call city Public Works at 610-437-7587. @511PAAllentown
  13. Stealing signs costs you money. Watch this: RT @wjactv: PennDOT: Thieves stealing road signs, dangerous and costly bit.ly/MdhNj3
  14. @nymnygnyk0219 If you're referring to #potholes, you can report them at 1-800-FIX-ROAD with specific location information.
  15. We continue to partner with #police to enforce seat-belt laws. Law information & how we're educating Pa. @ ow.ly/bif0W #CIOT
  16. MT @wilknewsradio: RT @PennDOTNews: Mcycle Safety Program=free classes. More pamsp.com ~ Took the course, highly recommend, FUN!
  17. DYK? Steer Clear law says if emergency personnel on side of road for incident, move 1 lane away or if unable, slow down
  18. The PA Motorcycle Safety Program offers free classes to sharpen old skills or hone new ones to get a license. More at pamsp.com
  19. May is #Bicycle and #Motorcycle #Safety month, and although it's wrapping up remember to ALWAYS stay safe, get tips @ justdrivepa.com
  20. Check out the #PennDOT Fact Book for info on PA's #transportation and #transit @ ow.ly/bhbNn