OUTAGAMIE COUNTY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK)- Outagamie County officials are asking drivers and workers to pay attention when encountering road construction sites as National Work Zone Awareness Week starts Monday.
The state reported more than 2,700 work and construction zone accidents in Wisconsin last year.
Outagamie County highway commissioner Dean Steingraber says much of that is due to distracted driving.
“We have really found out over the years that yes, our guys are in danger out there working and really unprotected, but the people getting hurt and killed are the people driving the cars and we think it’s everyone’s responsibility, our workers, and the drivers to be aware,” Steingraber said.
With the construction season getting underway in Wisconsin, county officials are asking both drivers and workers to be aware of their surroundings.
This year, drivers in Outagamie County will see more construction projects at night.
National Work Zone Awareness Week kicks off Monday in the state.
Wednesday, April 11 is being recognized statewide as “Go Orange Day.” Residents can show support by wearing orange and using #OrangeForSafety in social media.
