FRAMINGHAM, Mass. (WWLP) – The Massachusetts State Police are launching a new program meant to protect first responders.
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The Safety Cloud will send real-time alerts to drivers about emergency vehicles in their area. It’s a reminder through your GPS to give you time to slow down, move over, and stay safe around emergency vehicles on the road.
Back in February, the State Police received $135,000 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration grant award to help with the installation of the Safety Cloud in 233 marked cruisers that will patrol across the Commonwealth.
During the first 12 weeks of operation, around 900,000 motorists have received advance notice of a cruiser’s presence to prevent crashes and to allow these cruisers to respond to emergencies quickly and safely…