There are no signs of winter weather in site but the Nebraska Department of Transportation, Nebraska State Patrol and National Weather Service have announced an update to Nebraska 511 to better serve Nebraskans when the snow does start to fly.
The service originally started as a phone service and has evolved to also include a web application as well as a mobile app. It provides information on construction, road conditions, closures, lane restrictions, highway cameras and other important information. From November of 2020 to October 2021, the 511 system was utilized by 1.5 million people.
The NDOT says the new features of the updated Nebraska 511 includes integrated weather, dedicated information to commercial carriers, overhead digital signs and their messages, updated icons and an improved user interface.
‘‘Winter is often a long season in Nebraska, bringing cold temperatures, snow, and at times, dangerous
wind,” said NDOT Director John Selmer. “NDOT is proud to partner with the Nebraska State Patrol and the
National Weather Service to be as prepared as possible when winter weather strikes to keep roadways
open, and when necessary, close them for the safety of the traveling public and our teammates.”
For safe-driving tips and winter weather information, visit NDOT’s website,
http://dot.nebraska.gov/safety/driving/winter/ . As a reminder, the NSP Highway Helpline is available 24 hours per day for motorists in need of assistance. Drivers can reach NSP by dialing *55 from any cell phone. Call 911 for any emergency.