Tag Archives: Slow for the Cone Zone

Obey construction zone traffic laws at all times

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Ramona Turner

Dear Street Smarts, Q: You may have already addressed this issue in your column, but was wondering if the construction zone rules apply only when workers are present. Thanks for your help, Shirley Heitschel, Aptos A: Yes, the “Slow Down, … Continue reading →

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Posted in Caltrans, CHP, Highway 1, road construction, speed, traffic signs, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | View Comments

Caltrans worker shares near-death experience on Highway 17

Posted on April 19, 2009 by Ramona Turner

     Victor Diaz was on vacation the wet, rainy New Year’s Eve of 2005 when his supervisor at Caltrans called.      The maintenance crew, which, among other things, keeps local highways clear of debris, was short-handed and Diaz was asked if … Continue reading →

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