For Immediate Release: August 3, 2011
Thruway Authority & State Police Troop T Announce “Operation Work Brake” Enforcement Begins August 8
“Operation Work Brake,” an annual five-day initiative to heighten motorists’ awareness of work zones, promote safety and crack down on speeders, will take place from Monday, August 8, through Friday, August 12, 2011, the New York State Thruway Authority and State Police Troop T announced today.
“We’re in the middle of the summer vacation season, and we remind all motorists to drive safely and responsibly,” said Thruway Authority Acting Executive Director Thomas J. Ryan. “Motorists are reminded to be alert while traveling through construction zones on their way to their destination.”
From August 8 through August 12, members of State Police Troop T will be stepping up enforcement efforts on the Thruway.
“Throughout the initiative, Troop T will be out in full force patrolling the highway, as well as monitoring construction zones,” said State Police Troop T Commander Major Robert C. Meyers. “Safety is Troop T’s number one priority. We ask that motorists do their part by using caution while driving through the construction zones.”
Operation Work Brake is designed to “put the brakes” on crash-causing behaviors and save lives. During the five-day work initiative, additional members of Troop T, dedicated solely do conducting speed and aggressive driving enforcement, will be deployed daily along the Thruway.
“The construction season continues throughout the summer season. The Thruway reminds everyone of the need to drive safely and responsibly, and pay attention to work zones and construction workers,” added Ryan.
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