TxDOT Seeks to End One Fatality Accident a Day Since November 2000
Texas marks a grim milestone this weekend as at least one fatality has occurred each and every day on state roadways since Nov. 7, 2000. That’s 5,478 consecutive days with at least one fatality. In an effort to end this deadly 15-year streak, the Texas Department of Transportation, through its #EndTheStreakTX campaign, reminds drivers to stay alert, obey traffic laws and take personal responsibility behind the wheel. “More than 50,000...
Heatstroke Leading Cause of Non-Crash Vehicle Deaths for Children
Hopkins, Franklin, Delta Child Fatality Review Team (CFRT) reminds area residents that summer is here and temperatures continue to rise. So far this year, 11 children have died from heatstroke. Texas has been known to lead the states in high number of heatstroke fatalities. In just 10 minutes, your car temp can increase by 19 degrees and continue to rise. A child’s body heats up 3-5 times faster than an adult. It only takes a few...
Family Trapped After SUV Crash in Eastern Hopkins County
A family driving from California and headed for Atlanta, was involved in a single car accident Wednesday afternoon. The incident occurred on I-30 in eastern Hopkins County. The SUV drifted into the grassy median and traveled several hundred feet before hitting a concrete and cast iron drain. The vehicle’s bumper and various plastic parts were torn from the chassis. The vehicle continued to race further down the median toward...
Drunk Driving Victims Share Heartbreaking Stories in Effort to Stop Drinking and Driving
NEWS RELEASE [email protected] (512) 463-8700 DRUNK DRIVING VICTIMS SHARE HEARTBREAKING STORIES IN EFFORT TO STOP DRINKING AND DRIVING TxDOT’s ‘Plan While You Can’ campaign features personal stories urging drivers to plan for a sober ride July 2, 2020AUSTIN – Sean Carter’s ability to speak was taken from him more than 15 years ago, when he was a college junior and went out drinking with friends. He knew...
Paris District Road Report for week of April 15, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting April 15, 2024. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such...
Paris District Road Report for week of March 25, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting March 25, 2024. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such...
Paris District Road Report for week of February 12, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Feb. 12, 2024. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such...
Paris District Road Report for week of February 5, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Feb. 5, 2024. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as...
Paris District Road Report for week of January 29, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Jan. 29, 2024. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such...
Paris District Road Report for week of December 11, 2023
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Dec. 11, 2023. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such...
