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Traffic lights down at more than 500 intersections in Houston area after Hurricane Beryl
Read full article: Traffic lights down at more than 500 intersections in Houston area after Hurricane BerylHouston is grappling with widespread power outages and hazardous road conditions after Hurricane Beryl. With 515 intersections still without power, drivers are urged to treat these areas as four-way stops to prevent accidents. Stay safe and remember the rules of the road as crews work tirelessly to restore order. How has Hurricane Beryl impacted your commute?
What to do at broken light intersections or when flashing red in Houston?
Read full article: What to do at broken light intersections or when flashing red in Houston?A viewer asked our traffic expert: “Heading into hurricane season could you go over what to do at an intersection where the lights are out or all flashing red? Also, could you go over what to do at a roundabout? We have a new nearby and it’s a mess."
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Ask 2: Can I turn right on a red signal if I am on the second lane from the right that allows right turns?
Read full article: Ask 2: Can I turn right on a red signal if I am on the second lane from the right that allows right turns?As part of our Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston. Question: Can I turn right on a red signal if I am on the second lane from the right that allows right turns? According to Thelma Rasmus, driving instructor for Broussard Driving School in Houston, in order to legally turn right on red, you must be on the farther right lane. It is illegal to turn right on the second lane if the traffic signal is red. Rasmus said drivers must adhere to traffic signs that prohibit turning on a red traffic light.