INTEGRATRATING WEATHER INFORMATION INTO AN INTEGRATED TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

摘要

The proposed system will enhance the State's ability to keep roadways open and safe for travel and responses to ice/snow storms that fit the situation can be developed. In addition, evacuation of coastal areas in response to nor'easters and tropical events that cause coastal flooding can be planned, communicated, and monitored. The public will be better informed regarding weather conditions that could impact their safety. It will keep intrastate and interstate commerce that depends on surface transportation moving safely throughout the state. It will reduce the impact and cost associated with responding to extreme weather events and reduce the detrimental effects of de-icing on road surfaces, bridges, vehicles and the environment. The entire system or individual components can be easily transported to other states and municipalities.