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  1. Texas Department of Transportation shared a link.
    7 hours ago
    Texas law requires everyone in a vehicle to be properly buckled up, and that means child safety seats for children under 8 years old or shorter than 4 feet 9 inches. The Click It or Ticket enforcement period runs May 19 through June 1. More info about child safety seat protection here: http://www.texasclickitorticket.com/child_protection.html
    Click It or Ticket Texas - Child Protection
    www.texasclickitorticket.com
    Throughout Texas, Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPST) conduct clinics and provide one-on-one instruction. Find a location near you.
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  2. Recent Posts by OthersSee All
    • Brooke Feagan Kenjura
       Too funny
      9 hours ago
    • Debra Miller
      I am truly in support of the "Look Twice" campaign to be aware of motorcyclists on the roads. However, as a driver in the Houston area, I have observed on many occasions, motorcyclists doing what they call lane splitting or "white-lining" - using the space between my vehicle and the one in the next lane to move forward in traffic. This is very dangerous, not only to the cyclist, but also other motorists. What are the laws in Texas regarding this type of maneuvering by motorcyclists? It bad enough that that they are not wearing a helmet, but to weave in and out dangerously through traffic is reckless driving.
      May 26 at 1:22pm
    • David Hymel
       I am posting sending this information on a sustainability project our team is undertaking at the Port of Seattle. I thought you would find useful information on tools we are using for CSO reduction in the Seattle area. These are updates from our Port of Seattle Terminal 91 installation http://youtu.be/BbgTtB1d1Xw http://www.ecobuilding.org/code-innovations/case-studies/moving-green-infrastructure-forward-mgif-using-splash-boxx-a-portable-bio-retention-planter-box The Splash Boxx team recently received notice from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) highway runoff program manager that the Splash Boxx system is recognized as a best management practice. It can now be used in projects to treat stormwater from Washington's state highways. Ideally Splash Boxx would be used under elevated roadways, overpasses and bridges near sensitive water bodies.
      May 26 at 10:13am
    • Louis Cayle McKernan
       Louis posted a photo.
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    • Pauline Pacania Wells
       http://www.txdot.gov/inside-txdot/media-center/local-news/austin/031-2014.html
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  3. Texas Department of Transportation
    Yesterday
    We’re going to be in El Paso today to remind drivers of passenger vehicles AND motorcycles to drive safely. This local story is an example of why we should all #LookTwice and #ShareTheRoad:
    http://www.kfoxtv.com/news/features/top-stories/stories/deadly-motorcycle-accident-spur-601-5009.shtml#.U4PAvlhdU-M
    Photo: We’re going to be in El Paso today to remind drivers of passenger vehicles AND motorcycles to drive safely. This local story is an example of why we should all #LookTwice and #ShareTheRoad: http://www.kfoxtv.com/news/features/top-stories/stories/deadly-motorcycle-accident-spur-601-5009.shtml#.U4PAvlhdU-M
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  5. Texas Department of Transportation
    May 26
    How does the weight of a motorcycle compare to other vehicles on the road? Find out in this #infographic and share. #LookTwice #ShareTheRoad
    Photo: How does the weight of a motorcycle compare to other vehicles on the road? Find out in this #infographic and share. #LookTwice #ShareTheRoad
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  6. Texas Department of Transportation
    May 26
    **Update**
    The Sargent Swing Bridge Matagorda County is now open to traffic.
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  7. Texas Department of Transportation shared a link.
    May 26
    Buckle up this Memorial Day. Click It or Ticket, back seat too. It's the law. #TxClickItorTicket
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaK6qvGbZIY
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  9. Texas Department of Transportation
    May 23
    The Sargent Swing Bridge in Matagorda County was damaged by a barge last night, so holiday weekend travelers in the area should know the bridge will be closed to traffic and plan accordingly. We will provide updates on this page, and also on the Yoakum District Twitter feed @TxDOTYoakum when it has reopened. (4 photos)
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  10. Texas Department of Transportation shared Pronews 7's photo.
    May 23 · Edited
    TxDOT crews are at Ross and IH-40 in Amarillo. Some lanes are closed there to allow safer movement of traffic while water drains away. Be prepared for some delays at that intersection (but be appreciative of the rain!). Please do not drive through standing water. Turn Around...Don't Drown
    From Storm Search 7 Chief Meteorologist Steve Kersh - A Flood Advisory remains in effect for Potter and Randall counties until 1:30pm. Water is over many roads in the city of Amarillo and as this picture from Jeff Faver shows, some people are getting stuck in it. Remember,"Turn Around, Don't Drown!" — with Angel Chozet.
    Photo: From Storm Search 7 Chief Meteorologist Steve Kersh - A Flood Advisory remains in effect for Potter and Randall counties until 1:30pm. Water is over many roads in the city of Amarillo and as this picture from Jeff Faver shows, some people are getting stuck in it. Remember,"Turn Around, Don't Drown!"
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  11. Texas Department of Transportation
    May 23
    Before you head out for Memorial Day Weekend, remember that Texas police officers are stepping up their efforts until June 1 to ticket anyone not wearing a seat belt. Buckle up or face a fine. Share now so your friends won't get a ticket!
    #TxClickItorTicket
    Photo: Before you head out for Memorial Day Weekend, remember that Texas police officers are stepping up their efforts until June 1 to ticket anyone not wearing a seat belt. Buckle up or face a fine. Share now so your friends won't get a ticket! #TxClickItorTicket
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  12. Texas Department of Transportation
    May 22
    It's National Maritime Day! Today we commemorate the courage, service, and sacrifice of the men and women of the United States Merchant Marine, who have played crucial roles ensuring our nation’s security and expanding our economy.
    Photo: It's National Maritime Day! Today we commemorate the courage, service, and sacrifice of the men and women of the United States Merchant Marine, who have played crucial roles ensuring our nation’s security and expanding our economy.
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  13. Texas Department of Transportation
    May 22
    Where do more motorcycle crashes happen – at an intersection or a non-intersection? Find out in this infographic and share. #LookTwice #ShareTheRoad
    Photo: Where do more motorcycle crashes happen – at an intersection or a non-intersection? Find out in this infographic and share. #LookTwice #ShareTheRoad
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  15. Texas Department of Transportation
    May 21
    **I-35 Alert**
    I-35 northbound mainlanes will be closed in Salado tonight from 7 PM – 7 AM, to allow crews to shift northbound traffic to the new pavement between Salado and US 190 in Belton. All northbound traffic will exit at #286 (FM 248...4) and reenter I-35 just north of FM 2484.

    The crossing at FM 2484 will also be closed. Traffic crossing FM 2484 will need to take the frontage road to either Amity Road or Main St. and U-turn.

    There will also be a single-lane SB closure in the Salado area this night, so crews can shift concrete traffic barrier.     See More
    Photo: **I-35 Alert** I-35 northbound mainlanes will be closed in Salado tonight from 7 PM – 7 AM, to allow crews to shift northbound traffic to the new pavement between Salado and US 190 in Belton. All northbound traffic will exit at #286 (FM 2484) and reenter I-35 just north of FM 2484. The crossing at FM 2484 will also be closed. Traffic crossing FM 2484 will need to take the frontage road to either Amity Road or Main St. and U-turn. There will also be a single-lane SB closure in the Salado area this night, so crews can shift concrete traffic barrier.
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  16. Texas Department of Transportation
    May 20
    Going on a family road trip and need a game for the kids to play? Who in the car can spot the most motorcycles on your trip? Download a high-res version of the game here: http://bit.ly/1nXkPGX
    #CountMotorcycles #LookTwice #ShareTheRoad
    Photo: Going on a family road trip and need a game for the kids to play? Who in the car can spot the most motorcycles on your trip? Download a high-res version of the game here: http://bit.ly/1nXkPGX #CountMotorcycles #LookTwice #ShareTheRoad
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  19. Texas Department of Transportation
    May 19
    Can you name all the passenger safety features a vehicle has, but a motorcycle does not?
    Please share. #LookTwice #ShareTheRoad
    Photo: Can you name all the passenger safety features a vehicle has, but a motorcycle does not? Please share. #LookTwice #ShareTheRoad
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  20. Texas Department of Transportation shared a link.
    May 18 · Edited
    Police officers ticket people for not wearing seat belts because it saves lives—and in Texas, it’s the law. This year’s Click It or Ticket stepped-up enforcement period starts TOMORROW May 19 through June 1. #TxClickItorTicket
    Click It or Ticket Texas - Why I Ticket
    texasclickitorticket.com
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  22. Texas Department of Transportation
    May 16
    Here's a pic of the first day that the new NB mainlanes of I-35 through Salado opened. If you're heading out on the I-35 though the Salado area this weekend, be on the lookout for the new lanes near Main Street/FM2268. Happy Friday!
    Photo: Here's a pic of the first day that the new NB mainlanes of I-35 through Salado opened. If you're heading out on the I-35 though the Salado area this weekend, be on the lookout for the new lanes near Main Street/FM2268. Happy Friday!
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