Road conditions in winter or even late spring, especially in shady spots on Chilliwack hills, can be icy.
Flashing blue-light markers were being installed at 10 locations Thursday as a pilot project to test the technology for Chilliwack.
The blue reflectors are solar-powered and can be seen from about a kilometre away, said Gerry Hlookoff of ATS Traffic.
91裸聊视频淭his product, the PATeye, has been used all through North America, Europe and New Zealand, and it was actually invented in New Zealand,91裸聊视频 Hlookoff said.
91裸聊视频淲e are doing a test pilot with the City of Chilliwack where we are installing 10 units to help them detect corridors that have problems with freezing and black ice.91裸聊视频
The road markers were being installed Thursday, embedded into the centrelines at several locations.
91裸聊视频淩oad conditions can differ greatly from one area to another on any given day. In order to help drivers stay aware of changing road conditions, the City of Chilliwack is testing a new road safety device that will notify drivers of the potential for icy road conditions,91裸聊视频 according to city officials.
Road test sites in Chilliwack:
91裸聊视频 Chilliwack Mountain Road
91裸聊视频 Hope River Road
91裸聊视频 Old Orchard Road
91裸聊视频 Marble Hill Road
91裸聊视频 Teskey Way
91裸聊视频 Promontory Road
91裸聊视频 Vedder Mountain Road
The roads were chosen for testing because they are known by city staff for their potential for icy road conditions.
91裸聊视频淭hey91裸聊视频檙e embedded in the asphalt flush so if you do have snow plows the blade goes right over top,91裸聊视频 Hlookoff said. 91裸聊视频淭his is the first generation that detects ice and moisture.91裸聊视频
In some spots, the blue reflectors will be in full view of the city91裸聊视频檚 traffic cameras, which will assist the Operations Department when implementing snow removal and ice control procedures. For example, if blue lights are flashing in one area, crews may want to make that location a priority for re-salting.
Although spring is around the corner, some roads may still see some frost due to shade. This will enable staff and drivers to experience the device in action prior to next fall/winter. City staff will be looking at its durability, and ability to withstand wet weather.
Each site will include signage to educate drivers about the blue flashing lights. City officials will also seek community feedback over the coming months to help gauge the PATeye91裸聊视频檚 effectiveness.
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