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AAA AWARDS LOCAL POLICE FOR SAFETY EFFORTS
AAA East Central honored local police departments today for their outstanding efforts to increase road safety for all motorists. 59 Western Pennsylvania departments received Platinum Awards, while an additional 48 departments were honored with Gold, Silver, or Bronze awards. “We are honored to recognize these local departments for their efforts in the Community Traffic Safety Program,” said Terri Rae Anthony,…
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AAA: Gas Prices Rise in PA
Gas prices are two cents higher in Western Pennsylvania this week at $4.019 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. This week’s average prices: Western Pennsylvania Average $4.019Average price during the week of October 31, 2022 $3.992Average price during the week of November 8, 2021 $3.583 The average price of…
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AAA Offers “Fall Back” Driving Tips as Daylight Saving Time Ends
With the end of daylight saving time on Sunday, motorists will be presented with challenges that could impact pedestrian safety. AAA East Central recommends motorists prepare for potential challenges associated with changes in sleep patterns, brighter morning commutes and darker evening commutes. “While the extra hour of sleep may feel nice on Sunday morning, it can lead to unsafe drowsy driving,”…
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AAA: Recent Dense Fog Creates Safety Hazards on the Road
As dense fog has draped over parts of our region this week, morning commuters have had to adjust their driving behaviors to avoid dangerous situations. In dense fog, it’s more difficult to see vehicles and to judge their speed. AAA East Central advises motorists to drive defensively and to take extra caution when driving in foggy conditions. “This week’s fog…
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AAA: It’s the Peak Time of Year for Deer Collisions
Cooler weather and shorter days mean more deer are now gracing Pennsylvania’s roadways. The number of deer-vehicle collisions increases in October and peaks in November and December. To reduce inconvenience, costs, and potential danger, AAA East Central cautions motorists to be especially vigilant on the road in animal-prone areas. “More collisions between vehicles and deer occur now than any other time…
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AAA: Gas Prices Rise in PA
Gas prices are three cents higher in Western Pennsylvania this week at $3.992 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. This week’s average prices: Western Pennsylvania Average $3.992Average price during the week of October 24, 2022 $3.963Average price during the week of November 1, 2021 $3.588 The average price of…
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AAA: There’s No Trick to Halloween Safety
There’s nothing like a good scare on Halloween, but not when it comes to the safety of pedestrians and motorists. AAA East Central is advising parents and motorists to take some extra precautions this year to keep everyone safe. “With fewer daylight hours, higher numbers of pedestrians, and motorists who are traveling to and from events, Halloween can be one…
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AAA: Gas Prices Drop in PA
Gas prices are three cents lower in Western Pennsylvania this week at $3.963 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. This week’s average prices: Western Pennsylvania Average $3.963Average price during the week of October 17, 2022 $3.990Average price during the week of October 25, 2021 $3.581 The average price of…
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Don’t Make Chilling Choices: Safe Costumes for Halloween
As Halloween approaches and people buy or construct costumes, AAA East Central is reminding parents and caregivers about the importance of choosing safe costumes. Safe Kids Worldwide reports that on average, children are more than twice as likely to be struck by a vehicle and fatally injured on Halloween than on any other night of the year. “Halloween festivities bring excitement…
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Roadside Workers Plead with Motorists to Move Over, Slow Down
AAA East Central is recognizing Move-Over Day (Saturday, Oct. 15 2022), by reminding Pennsylvania motorists to move over and slow down for any vehicle with flashing lights parked on the roadside. An average of 24 emergency responders including tow providers are struck and killed by vehicles while working at the roadside each year – meaning someone in this line of…
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