Let's Laugh: About Camera Intersections
Let's Laugh: About Camera Intersections
By: Caroline Reid
Topics: Humor, driving
Posted by creid Tue Mar 25, 2008 20:21:07 PDT
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A recent phenomenon in the world of law enforcement is the red light camera at busy intersections. I have to admit that I was highly intimidated by one that was installed at an intersection I drive through every day. When it first appeared, I didn’t know whether to smile and drive like a maniac, hit the brakes and freak out the driver behind me or take a chance and drive through like I knew precisely what I was doing. I chose the latter but take a deep breath every time I approach the intersection.
I saw some statistics on wrecks that occurred before and after installation of the cameras. It was broken down into rear-end events and “other.” Rear end events increased. That’s because the average driver is not going to take a chance on a mug shot by a camera mounted on a steel post. The result is something like a $300 ticket. Most of us don’t want to risk getting that little missile in the mail so we err on the side of caution and actually slow down and stop when the light is yellow! That’s a new concept for a lot of drivers. Hence, rear-end accidents.
I have a better idea. Put up a sign, a huge sign, right next to the lights that is programmed to say one of the following, depending on the timing of the light:
1) Drive like mad and you’ll make it.
2) If you don’t slow down and stop now the post will take your picture and it will be a $300 picture.
3) Check your rearview mirror. If someone is on your tail, gun it!
Granted, you would have to be able to read, think and drive at the same time. This could be particularly difficult for those who are in the middle of an important cell phone conversation. Another sign might read, “Ditch the cell phone dude, or you’ll wish you would have.” Messages should be in “txt msg tlk.” If you don’t know what that means, ask around. Evryn ndr 25 wl no.
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Tue Mar 25, 2008 09:52:43 PDT
hahaha! Very funny! I have been at those intersections and felt that moment of hesitation, where I wasn't sure if I should speed through or slam on my brakes!
Wed Apr 16, 2008 22:12:41 PDT
Loved the article, and as someone still learning to text, definitely won't try it when I'm cruising thru Coffee and Truxtun's intersection! OK, won't try it at all while I'm driving of course - it is tough enough when I am sitting still!
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