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Charleston automates walk signals to protect public health

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Changes to public space

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Charleston's Department of Traffic and Transportation has now automated pedestrian crossing signals near essential service areas citywide to prevent the potential spread of COVID-19 via crossing signal push buttons. Signage was installed today at the automated intersections informing pedestrians of the change and directing them to not touch the push buttons.

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Location:
South Carolina
South Carolina
Charleston
United States
Launch date: Apr 09, 2020
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Partners involved: Charleston Department of Traffic and Transportation

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