While in an ACTIVE WORK ZONE please SLOW DOWN and TURN YOUR HEADLIGHTS ON. The Abington Township Police Department is proud to introduce the Take Me Home program for families of individuals who may not be able to communicate with a law enforcement officer because of various physical and/or cognitive conditions (i.e., Autism, Alzheimer’s, Down Syndrome, etc.).

When approaching the area of an emergency or a traffic stop remember to (1) PASS in a lane not adjacent to that of the emergency response area or (2) if passing in a non adjacent lane is not possible, illegal or unsafe, pass the emergency response area at a careful and prudent reduced speed reasonable for safely passing the emergency response area.(If cited for a violation under PAMVC 3327 DUTY OF DRIVER IN EMERGENCY RESPONSE AREAS, a maximum penalty of $250.00 may be assessed.)įACT: MORE POLICE OFFICERS HAVE BEEN KILLED IN TRAFFIC CRASHES IN THE PAST TEN YEARS THAN HAVE DIED AT THE HANDS OF A FELON!.

Follow at a further distance if there is inclement weather.

Always follow traffic in front of you by no less than three car lengths to avoid collisions if the vehicle in front of you suddenly stops or loses control.

Remember to turn your headlights on any time your windshield wipers are in use.

IF YOU MUST do a task that will interfere with your operation of the vehicle pull to the side of the road first. Avoid distractions from passengers, texting or using your cell phone, or reading while driving. Always pay attention to the roadway in front of you as well as your surroundings.Register for the “Take Me Home” Program.

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