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Increase frequency of bus service during extreme cold periods

Increase bus frequency, particularly along high-ridership routes, to reduce waiting time. Determine appropriate temperature thresholds to increase frequency, while accounting for staff and vehicle availability

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Plan and communicate detour routes

Identify locations where detours are needed, design detours and alert communication systems.

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Prohibit overweight/oversized vehicles on weakened pavement

Prohibit heavy loads on weakened pavements in the immediate aftermath of a flooding event to prevent sudden failure or severe damage. Identify appropriate detour plans.

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Remove unhealthy/dead/dangerous trees

Remove unhealthy/dead/dangerous trees near moderate to highly critical roads, bridges and rail lines and around utility poles and wires.

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Strategically apply salt (or salt alternatives) prior to and during hazardous winter driving conditions

Salt application on roads should be applied strategically to minimize environmental impacts. Include consideration of salt alternatives (such as brine) and alternative application methods to

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Use technology to monitor conditions

Use technology-based monitoring techniques to help monitor landslide risk, such as geotechnical monitoring, remote sensing, and satellite imagery.

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