The new traffic information service, specifically designed with the mobile user in mind, is provided through NYSDOT's state-of-the-art INFORM (INformation FOR Motorists) transportation management center (TMC), located in Hauppauge. The center serves millions of motorists each week with a range of services that help better manage Long Island's extreme traffic volumes.
"Our new dynamic internet service will help our customers by giving them real-time traffic information in the palm of their hands, no matter where they are," Chakraborti said. "Commuters, businesses and visitors with web-enabled hand-held phones and PDAs will easily find the travel information they need to help plan their travels as efficiently as possible."
The new site lets users view live traffic camera snapshots. Important traffic alerts and daily road work listings on State roadways are also provided.
The new service is intended to help improve the efficiency of the highway network, which is one of DOT's top priorities. Better management of traffic conditions benefits Long Island through improved traffic flow, reduced trip time, less congestion, reduced energy consumption and improved regional economic productivity with more user-friendly transportation services.
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