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511 system helps Louisiana motorists evacuate

GasBuddy Blog -- Louisiana's DOT knows how to help motorists get where they need to go. And frankly, they've had too much practice under the most stressful situations. As Hurricane Isaac approached Louisiana this week, the state's Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) was quick to remind citizens they can get the latest updates on real-time traffic and road conditions by using the 511 Traveler Information System.

"DOTD will work closely with local and state police to close roads, as needed," said DOTD Secretary Sherri H. LeBas, P.E. "Motorists are strongly encouraged to access the 511 Traveler Information System to receive up-to-the-minute information on road closures. Knowing road conditions before leaving home can help motorists...

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Submitted Aug 29, 2012 By: PD

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honda0105 Champion Author Tallahassee Posts:18,643 Points:1,611,470 Joined:Nov 2008	Message Posted: Sep 2, 2012 5:24:30 AM Ignore honda0105 Report Abuse after Katrina, one would expect there to be better help for everyone.
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snappytom2 Champion Author Corpus Christi Posts:3,561 Points:275,220 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 4:18:05 PM Ignore snappytom2 Report Abuse Hmm.
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dieselgus1 All-Star Author Montana Posts:538 Points:484,450 Joined:Oct 2009	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 3:05:46 PM Ignore dieselgus1 Report Abuse It better work after 2005
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badspots Champion Author Houston Posts:2,081 Points:677,060 Joined:Feb 2011	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 2:54:09 PM Ignore badspots Report Abuse They have gotten enough practice.
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gamalerin Champion Author Tampa Posts:4,762 Points:995,460 Joined:Jul 2010	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 2:50:01 PM Ignore gamalerin Report Abuse I read it before.
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regasaz Champion Author Phoenix Posts:5,775 Points:1,283,130 Joined:Dec 2006	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 2:41:39 PM Ignore regasaz Report Abuse Nice when a system works as planned.
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greenfog Champion Author Illinois Posts:6,500 Points:1,640,970 Joined:Feb 2008	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 2:28:58 PM Ignore greenfog Report Abuse wonder which ignorant politician is going claim he came up with the idea of a 511 system. great if works the way it is supposed to.
QualTekGuy Champion Author Illinois Posts:3,073 Points:735,740 Joined:Feb 2007	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 2:28:52 PM Ignore QualTekGuy Report Abuse It works.
barbrickcoast Rookie Author Florida Posts:2 Points:615 Joined:Aug 2012	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 2:27:12 PM Ignore barbrickcoast Report Abuse The irony of it...getting pulled over and ticketed for using a cell phone to call 511 while driving.
greenfog Champion Author Illinois Posts:6,500 Points:1,640,970 Joined:Feb 2008	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 2:25:36 PM Ignore greenfog Report Abuse wonder which ignorant politician is going claim he came up with the idea of a 511 system. great if works the way it is supposed to.
singlemom27 Champion Author Ventura Posts:3,123 Points:642,135 Joined:Apr 2011	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 2:24:20 PM Ignore singlemom27 Report Abuse Glad to hear it.
julius1st4 Champion Author Ontario Posts:4,221 Points:1,192,550 Joined:Jul 2003	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 2:23:26 PM Ignore julius1st4 Report Abuse Finally somthing helpfull for a hange!!
diabloMN Veteran Author Twin Cities Posts:337 Points:206,645 Joined:Apr 2011	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 2:22:27 PM Ignore diabloMN Report Abuse Arkansas West Virginia and Hawaii do not have this service to my knowledge
gasman50 Champion Author Portland Posts:8,854 Points:2,411,435 Joined:Nov 2005	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 2:22:12 PM Ignore gasman50 Report Abuse Hope everyone stays safe
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BobbyVA Champion Author Virginia Beach Posts:5,519 Points:1,178,475 Joined:Jul 2009	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 2:19:18 PM Ignore BobbyVA Report Abuse The storm is sooooo slow the entire states of Louisiana & Miss should be underwater by now. Good luck use 511...................
The_DR Champion Author New Jersey Posts:2,795 Points:587,015 Joined:Aug 2011	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 2:18:32 PM Ignore The_DR Report Abuse i read this yesterday
99church Champion Author Indiana Posts:1,831 Points:363,990 Joined:Oct 2011	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 2:18:29 PM Ignore 99church Report Abuse Sounds great and beneficial, it's to bad they had to have on the job training.
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Panama Red Champion Author San Diego Posts:11,087 Points:2,501,215 Joined:Jun 2004	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 2:06:37 PM Ignore Panama Red Report Abuse I never heard of the 511 system before reading this article, but it sounds like it is a worthwhile system.
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jcmmm Rookie Author Maryland Posts:7 Points:343,515 Joined:Jun 2009	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2012 1:57:19 PM Ignore jcmmm Report Abuse 511 has been available in several areas, but I've never used it.
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