Simple Ways to Stay Safe at Traffic Lights Without Power

With power outages affecting the Texarkana area, there could be some intersections where traffic lights are not working. Just because they're not working doesn't mean you don't have to stop.

Driving During Power Outages

The Texarkana Arkansas Police Department has compiled a list of things you need to know to proceed safely while on the road.

Stop Completely - Come to a full stop while approaching a non-functional stop light at the intersection before proceeding. Many people assume it's okay to just blow through an intersection.

Yield to Others - Follow the rules of a four-way stop which means you must yield to others at the intersection if they approach before you do.

Proceed with Caution - Once it's safe to do so, proceed through the intersection carefully.

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These simple driving tips during power outages could save your life and others. See the latest road conditions in Arkansas and Texas.