Musings: LIE signs must show key info
Overhead signs on the LIE should inform drivers if crashes lie ahead. Credit: James Carbone
Recently, a major traffic accident occurred on the Long Island Expressway, closing Exits 39-41 eastbound during the morning rush hour and causing significant delays. Westbound traffic also slowed due to rubbernecking.
Meanwhile, the electronic highway message signs only notified drivers about a missing adult. That is important, but why don’t these signs display multiple messages? If not at the same time, alternate them.
During winter storms, though, when traffic is already crawling, the signs can say: “Winter Storm, Drive Slowly.”
Long Islanders deserve a better, more efficient system that provides critical updates for both safety and traffic conditions.
— Joseph Fingerman, Commack
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