This release was issued under a previous government.
Modern roundabouts help improve traffic flow and safety for motorists. The safety benefits of roundabouts include:
- reduced potential for right angle (t-bone) collisions
- elimination of head-on and high speed collisions
- more than 90% reduction in fatalities
- 80% reduction in injuries
- 40% reduction in total number of crashes
Motorists are advised to reduce their speed when approaching the roundabout intersection and follow all signs and markings while maneuvering through the intersection. For more information on roundabouts in Alberta please visit http://www.transportation.alberta.ca/3644.htm.
The contractor will continue finishing work in the area over the coming weeks and again in the spring of 2013. Motorists are reminded to drive courteously in the construction zone and obey all posted speed limits, signs and flag people. Fines for speeding are doubled when workers are present.
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Media inquiries may be directed to:
| Jeanna Friedley Communications Alberta Transportation 780-422-7070 587-990-5471 cell [email protected] |
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To call toll-free within Alberta dial 310-0000.