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Official X account of the Traffic Safety Team at the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)

Boston, MA
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@MassDOTSafety
MassDOT Safety
12 days
Moving season is here — don't get #Storrowed ! 🚛 Trucks are banned on these roads due to low clearance (as low as 9 ft). Waze & GoogleMaps won't know you are driving a truck: 🚫 Storrow Dr 🚫 Soldiers Field Rd 🚫 Memorial Dr Share this with anyone you know who's moving!
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@MassDCR
MassDCR
3 days
Avoid the 😱! Keep your move in day a thriller, not a horror! Don't take oversized vehicles like box trucks 🚛 on the low-clearance Storrow Drive, Soldiers Field Road, or Memorial Drive when moving to the Boston area! Watch for the many warning signs & heed their advice!
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@MassDOTSafety
MassDOT Safety
6 days
See how drivers stop for pedestrians at crosswalks? Very demure. Very mindful.🤌
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@MassDOTSafety
MassDOT Safety
7 days
It’s almost time to head back to school! Do you know what to do when you see a school bus? Drivers 🚘, parents and caregivers 🧑 - it's time to take notes on child safety 📝 Here are safety tips for both drivers and pedestrians ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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@MassDOTSafety
MassDOT Safety
10 days
The message is simple — don't get #Storrowed ! Waze, Google Maps, and Apple Maps won't know you are driving a truck. Trucks are banned on these roads due to low clearance (as low as 9 ft): 🚫🚛Storrow Drive 🚫🚛Soldiers Field Rd 🚫🚛Memorial Drive
@MassStatePolice
Mass State Police
10 days
🚨Traffic Alert on Storrow Drive West 🚨 This morning, a tractor trailer 🚛 rolled over and hit a westbound overpass on Storrow Drive at the Fenway exit.  For the safety of all, traffic is down to one lane and there is one lane closed on the exit. @MassDOT @MassDOTSafety
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MassDOT Safety
10 days
About to commute home? A severe thunderstorm warning is currently in many towns in #MA . If you are driving: ➡️Wipers ON, Headlights ON #ItsTheLaw ➡️ #TurnAroundDontDrown . It only takes 12" of rushing water to carry away most cars, 2' can carry away trucks & SUVs.
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@SafeRoutes_MA
Massachusetts Safe Routes to School
12 days
ATTN high school students! The @massdot Safe Streets Smart Trips High School Video contest is back for its 11thyear! Register for an information session less than a week from today on Tuesday August 20th at noon and view contest materials online:
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MassDOT Safety
12 days
🐋🐋🐋whale travel info
@MBTA
MBTA
12 days
Ferry service may experience minor delays through tomorrow, August 15, due to the presence of a juvenile humpback whale in Boston Harbor.
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@MassDOTSafety
MassDOT Safety
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Many cyclists are at risk of being injured in crashes caused by car doors, known as ' #dooring .' Prevent this by using the #DutchReach : open your door with the farthest hand and check for cyclists. It’s a simple habit that makes our roads safer. 🚴🚙
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@MassDOTSafety
MassDOT Safety
17 days
🌐Let's stay connected! 🚦🚗🚲🚶‍♀️ Get the latest traffic safety news, tips, and resources by following our social media accounts. We're here to help you stay safe and informed! Search our handle "MassDOTSafety" across the platforms!
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@MassDOTSafety
MassDOT Safety
17 days
Distractions in the kitchen can be funny🐕📱, but behind the wheel, they’re no joke. Don’t let a simple distraction lead to a serious crash. Safety is everyone's responsibility - stay focused and #DriveDistractionFree .
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@MassDOTSafety
MassDOT Safety
18 days
It was great collaborating during our traffic safety peer exchange with @VaDOT this week! Over our two days together, we swapped innovative insights and best practices on crash data, GIS, and safety programs. Thank you @USDOTFHWA for pulling this together! 🤝
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@MassDOTSafety
MassDOT Safety
20 days
It's National Stop on Red Week!🚦A few seconds saved isn’t worth a life lost. In 2022, red-light running caused 1,149 deaths and 107,000 injuries. Let's #ZeroInOnRed and aim for a future with zero crashes caused by red-light running. #StopOnRed
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@burlingtonpd
Burlington Police MA
20 days
Stay Focused. Drive Distraction-Free See how a moment of distraction can highlight the importance of staying focused on the road. Distracted Driving Ruins Lives. Stay Focused. A message from @MassDOTSafety #DriveDistractionFree .
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@MassDOTSafety
MassDOT Safety
21 days
Distractions while working from home can lead to chaos.🥤🚪 Imagine the consequences when you're distracted behind the wheel. Your attention on the road can save lives. Make every drive a distraction-free drive. #DriveDistractionFree
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@MassDOT
Mass. Transportation
21 days
As of 4:12am this morning, the Sumner Tunnel is officially OPEN to traffic in #Boston .
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@MassDOTSafety
MassDOT Safety
24 days
Whether you’re doing your morning routine🪒 or you're on the road🚗, it’s crucial to stay focused. Distracted Driving Ruins Lives. Stay Focused. Drive Distraction-Free.
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@MassDOTSafety
MassDOT Safety
24 days
New campaign drop! 🚨 Think distractions are harmless? Think again! 🔥 Distractions can spoil more than just your meal – they can be deadly. Whenever you get behind the wheel, keep your focus where it belongs. Stay Focused. #DriveDistractionFree .
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@MassDOTSafety
MassDOT Safety
25 days
New campaign drop! 🚨 Think distractions are harmless? Think again! 🔥 Distractions can spoil more than just your meal – they can be deadly. Whenever you get behind the wheel, keep your focus where it belongs. Stay Focused. #DriveDistractionFree .
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@MassDOTSafety
MassDOT Safety
25 days
🔥Hot weather returns! Don't let the heat turn deadly. If you see a child alone in a car, call 911 immediately. A car can become lethal in just 10 mins. Remember to #LookBeforeYouLock , never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle.
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