List of Trucking Resources to Manage Unpredictable Weather and Roadway Effects
9 Jan 2020The roadways throughout the country can be unpredictable at any time of the year. Some drivers travel specific regions while others travel all across the country. No matter how far you travel from your home or office, keep these resources on hand can help you manage the unpredictable weather and roadway effects that may arise when you’re on the roads.
WeatherShare
If you’re only traveling in one or more of the 11 western states, this is the perfect travel companion offering information on current road conditions, crash reports, chain requirements, commercial vehicle information, Active and inactive CMS, CCTV cameras, road construction, and more.
Emergency Alerts from Ready.Gov
Signing up for emergency alerts from Ready.gov where you can sign up for alerts and get actionable information for responding to all kinds of severe weather including:
- Snowstorms and extreme cold
- Wildfires
- Volcanoes
- Tornadoes
- Tsunamis
- Thunderstorms
- Flooding
- Hurricanes
- Landslides and avalanches
In addition to weather emergencies, there are a wide range of other types of emergencies you can learn about including hazardous materials, chemical emergencies, bioterrorism, active shooter events, attacks in public places, and more.
State Department of Transportation Sites
Get information about road construction and where it might affect traffic by visiting the Federal Highway Administrations, DOT website. If you’re concerned about road closures for other reasons, consider dialing 511 on your mobile phone. This is the Drive-Safely program that reports on Interstate road conditions and road closures, potential detours, lane closures, and more. You should note that while it is in the process of nationwide implementation, some states may not yet be included in the system.
Highway Advisory Radio (HAR)
Truckers can find information about HAR, also referred to as Travelers Information Stations (TIS) from state by state by looking for blue information signs along the Interstates. This radio network allows truck drivers to listen for traffic alerts, road conditions, and weather information 24/7.
AccuWeather MinuteCast
This app is available for Android and iOS devices and can be downloaded to mobile phones and provides a minute-by-minute weather forecast for the next two hours based on current GPS location.
Of course, you could do many of these things with GPS fleet tracking services that offer a wide range of services for helping you get your drivers to their destinations and back home safely. The more you know about your options, the wiser choices you can make about how to serve your drivers best. In the meantime, these resources can help your drivers stay safe on the roads, make their destinations on time, and more.
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