RALEIGH, N.C. – The North Carolina State Highway Patrol along with the Wildlife Resources Commission and the Alcohol Law Enforcement Division are combing efforts in saving lives this summer. Whether on the road or on the water, law enforcement officers across the state will be on the look out for impaired drivers by conducting DWI checkpoints near recreational boating areas as well as public service announcements that educate motorists on the dangers of drinking and driving.
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Highway Patrol Encouraging Motorists to Slow Down During the Labor Day Holiday
RALEIGH, N.C. – The Highway Patrol is reminding motorists to be careful as they enjoy the Labor Day holiday. Motorists who slow down and travel at posted speeds will not only increase their chances of arriving at their destination safely but they will also conserve fuel.
There will be an increased presence of troopers on the interstates and major four lane highways.
The New School Year Brings Increased Education and Enforcement from Highway Patrol
RALEIGH, N.C. – The Highway Patrol will be focusing on education and enforcement. Troopers across the state will be educating teenage drivers by implementing teenage driver safety plans and will be working with school administrators in offering any assistance in the area of highway safety. Education however is just one part of the solution. Increased enforcement visibility in and around all school zones will be observed.
Air Quality Officials Continue Health Notice for Southeastern Coastal North Carolina
RALEIGH, N.C. — Smoke from wildfires is decreasing, but air quality in the southeastern coastal portions of North Carolina continues to be impaired as winds carry this smoke downwind, air quality officials say.
Residents north of Wilmington through Jacksonville into New Bern, Morehead City and Havelock could experience unhealthy air quality and people are urged to limit prolonged outdoor activity if they see or smell smoke.
Air Quality Officials Continue Health Notice for Central and Eastern North Carolina
RALEIGH, N.C. — While smoke from wildfires is decreasing, air quality in the southeastern coastal portions of North Carolina will continue to be impaired as winds carry this smoke downwind, air quality officials say.
Residents north of Wilmington through Jacksonville into New Bern, Morehead City and Havelock could experience unhealthy air quality and people are urged to limit prolonged outdoor activity if they see or smell smoke.
“Booze It & Lose It: Operation Firecracker” nets 1,192 arrests
RALEIGH, N.C. — State Transportation Secretary Gene Conti announced today that state and local law enforcement officers cited 1,192 motorists for driving while impaired during the “Booze It & Lose It: Operation Firecracker” campaign, which ran June 27-July 4. A total of 42,997 traffic and criminal citations were issued statewide.
“The Governor’s Highway Safety Program, along with state and local law enforcement officers worked hard during this campaign to remove drunk drivers and other violators from our roads,” Conti said. “Safety is our top priority and this effort shows there are serious consequences to drinking and driving.”
Highway Patrol,ALE and Wildlife Resources Commission release results of Operation “On the Road, On the Water, Don’t Drink and Drive”
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina State Highway Patrol along with the Division of Law Enforcement Wildlife Resources Commission and the Alcohol Law Enforcement Division have released the 4th of July Weekend totals for “On the Road, On the Water, Don’t Drink and Drive” campaign . “On the Road, On the Water, Don’t Drink and Drive” campaign is a multi-agency initiative that is designed to combine law enforcement resources to ensure that all motorists can safely travel on highway and waterways during the summer months.
Highway Patrol, ALE and Wildlife Resource Commission Collaborate Assets in Operation
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina State Highway Patrol along with the Wildlife Resources Commission and the Alcohol Law Enforcement Division are combing efforts in saving lives this summer. Whether on the road or on the water, law enforcement officers across the state will be on the look out for impaired drivers by conducting DWI checkpoints near recreational boating areas as well as public service announcements that educate motorists on the dangers of drinking and driving.
State Air Quality Officials Continue Health Notice for Coastal Plain of North Carolina
RALEIGH, N.C. — Smoke from wildfires could continue causing unhealthy air quality throughout the coastal region of North Carolina for today and Thursday, state officials say.
Residents east of Interstate 95 could experience unhealthy air quality, and people are advised to avoid or reduce prolonged or heavy exertion outdoors if they can see and smell smoke.
Air Quality Officials Continue Health Notice for Coastal Plain of North Carolina
RALEIGH, N.C. — Smoke from wildfires could continue causing unhealthy air quality throughout the coastal region of North Carolina on Tuesday and Wednesday, air quality officials say.
Residents east of Interstate 95 could experience unhealthy air quality, and people are advised to avoid or reduce prolonged or heavy exertion outdoors if they can see and smell smoke.
“Booze It & Lose It: Operation Firecracker” campaign kicked off yesterday
RALEIGH, N.C. – N.C. Transportation Secretary Gene Conti announced yesterday that state and local law enforcement officers will be out in force over the Fourth of July holiday as part of the “Booze It & Lose It: Operation Firecracker” campaign. Checkpoints and stepped-up patrols will be conducted Monday, June 27 through Monday, July 4, across the state in an effort to remove impaired drivers from the roads.
“Driving while impaired puts everyone on the roads at risk”, Conti said. “If you have anything to drink, please find a safe ride home.”
U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina steps down
RALEIGH, N.C. — George E.B. Holding, who has served as United States Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina since June 2006, today announced he was stepping down his position effective July 8, 2011.
Previously, Holding served as First Assistant U.S. Attorney during the tenure of former US Attorney Frank D. Whitney from 2002 to 2006.
Regarding his departure, Holding stated:
“Click It or Ticket” campaign begins today
RALEIGH, N.C. — N.C. Department of Transportation Secretary Conti announced today the launch of a state-wide “Click It or Ticket” campaign to crack down on motorists who are not wearing their seat belts. State and local law enforcement officers will increase seat belt enforcement activities during the campaign, which runs May 23-June 5.
“This life-saving campaign reminds us to buckle up, every trip, every time,” said Conti. “Wearing a seat belt no matter where you are seated in a vehicle is the law in North Carolina, so I remind all citizens to Click it or Ticket.”
Highway Patrol concludes “Operation Drive to Live” campaign
UPDATED WITH CORRECTED NUMBERS FROM NCSHP AS OF 10:24 PM. ON APRIL 19, 2011 — RALEIGH, N.C. — The State Highway Patrol has completed its Operation Drive to Live Initiative that began on April 11 and ended on April 15. The operation is an initiative by the Highway Patrol to reduce the number of teenage related traffic collisions and deaths.
“Refuse To Be A Victim” seminar set for May 1 in Leland
LELAND, N.C. — The award-winning crime prevention and personal safety seminar, Refuse To Be A Victim®, will be conducted on May 1, 2011, at the Comfort Suites Magnolia Greens, 1020 Grandiflora Drive, Leland, North Carolina from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. The seminar is open to the public and costs $35 to attend. Pre-registration before April 21 is required. To register, contact certified Refuse To Be A Victim® instructor, Rick Paxton, at (910) 805-2196 or email rpaxton@safesurroundings.org.
VisionAIR Announces General Availability of VisionDASHBOARD™
Castle Hayne, NC - VisionAIR®, provider of the integrated Public Safety Suite® of software, announces the release for general availability of its latest product offering, VisionDASHBOARD. This new application is designed to provide a visual overview of the information public safety command staff needs to make decisions. It provides role based “right-time” situational awareness through its focus on levels of performance and forecasts against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics. VisionDASHBOARD enables an agency’s executive management to analyze dispatch, law enforcement, and correctional historical data for trend or comparative analysis.
Brunswick Nuclear Plant to test sirens at full volume
SOUTHPORT, N.C. – The annual full-volume test of the public notification sirens located within 10 miles of the Brunswick Nuclear Plant will be conducted Wednesday, November 18 starting at 10 a.m. The test is part of Progress Energy’s comprehensive emergency planning program performed in cooperation with the State of North Carolina and Brunswick and New Hanover counties.
During this test, all of the sirens will sound at the same time for three-minute intervals. The sirens are tested on a regular basis to ensure the system is in good working order. A full-volume test is conducted once per calendar year.
Brunswick Nuclear Plant to test sirens October 14
SOUTHPORT, N.C. – Tests of the public notification sirens located within 10 miles of the Brunswick Nuclear Plant will be conducted Wednesday, October 14 starting at 10 a.m. The tests are part of Progress Energy’s comprehensive emergency planning program performed in cooperation with the State of North Carolina and Brunswick and New Hanover counties.
