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Broward County has an Interim Traffic Management System that consists of traffic cameras located along I-95, I-595, I-75 and variable message boards located throughout the county. The staff is in constant contact with FDOT, 511, Broward County Emergency Management, FHP and other local authorities. To learn more or to view live images of traffic conditions on I-95, I-595 and I-75, visit their Web site at http://www.smartsunguide.com/.

The very first thing you must obtain is a police report. This assists with the legitimacy of the claim. When a roadway is under construction, the contractor indemnifies the state from responsibility for any such claims. The next course of action is to contact the contractor, it is important to know that most contracting companies require a formal submission from the claimant that includes, a copy of the police report, location and description of the incident, any pictures you may have of the damage or of whatever may have caused the damage, and a cost estimate for repairs. While these requirements may vary from contractor to contractor, it is advisable to supply as much information as possible. This office cannot control which claims are honored and which are not; but we will be glad to clarify any of the information provided.

It is best to contact this office. We will forward the complaint to the Construction Management Team as well as to the contractor. You may contact the contractor directly, however, we suggest that that the claim be in writing and a copy forwarded to this office for our files. As with vehicle damage claims, this office cannot control which claims are honored and which are not; but we will be glad to clarify any of the information provided.

You can see traffic counts and locations by visiting http://www.dot.state.fl.us/planning/ and selecting ‘traffic data’.

FDOT District Four has several Road Ranger service patrol operations to assist stranded motorists. Road Ranger services are available on I-95 throughout Broward and Palm Beach counties and the Treasure Coast, seven days per week, 24 hours a day. Road Ranger drivers are able to assist with minor repairs and to provide gas, diesel fuel and water. All services are free of charge. While Road Rangers cannot be contacted directly, during operating hours they should be able to locate you within 15 to 30 minutes unless they are detained because of an emergency situation such as a crash. When stranded along the highway, stay inside your vehicle and wait for help to arrive. If you have a cell phone, you can dial *FHP for assistance.

How do I report incidents, dangerous driver or road debris? Use your cellular phone; dial *FHP (*347) to reach the Florida Highway Patrol station nearest you.