A brief Facebook post said, “Please don’t travel unless it’s an emergency. We’re helping a motorist on South Lamar currently.” The post did not identify who issued the alert or provide additional details.
Social media posts and community pages are commonly used to relay traffic alerts and incidents to local residents and commuters. Such messages can come from local agencies, volunteer groups or private citizens sharing real-time information about crashes, breakdowns or road hazards.
Officials and traffic experts say avoiding nonessential travel during an active response helps emergency personnel work safely and reduces the risk of secondary collisions or delays. Motorists in the area are generally advised to seek alternate routes, allow extra travel time and follow directions from emergency responders and traffic control personnel.
Because details in the original post were limited, this article will be updated if more information becomes available. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
