“We want our roadways to be safe for everyone,” said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. “With a grant like this, we are given the opportunity to help educate both motorcyclists and passenger vehicle drivers about the safest way to share the road.”
Showing posts with label CHP press release. Show all posts
Showing posts with label CHP press release. Show all posts
Friday, November 14, 2014
CHP Press release re: "Have a Good Ride" grant kicks off to help reduce motorcycle collisions in California
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – California continues to see a growth in the number of motorcyclists on its roadways. With increasing numbers of both cars and motorcycles, educational efforts and motorcycle safety awareness continue to be an important issue for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). With an overall goal of reducing motorcycle-involved fatal and injury collisions and victims, the CHP has been awarded a motorcycle safety grant to help promote and provide education on motorcycle safety.
“We want our roadways to be safe for everyone,” said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. “With a grant like this, we are given the opportunity to help educate both motorcyclists and passenger vehicle drivers about the safest way to share the road.”
“We want our roadways to be safe for everyone,” said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. “With a grant like this, we are given the opportunity to help educate both motorcyclists and passenger vehicle drivers about the safest way to share the road.”
CHP Press release re: Federal Grant ot Help CHP Curb Impaired Driving
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The California Highway Patrol (CHP) today announced receiving a federal “Reducing Impaired Driving” grant, which will fund 150 sobriety checkpoints, 75 DUI task force operations, proactive DUI enforcement patrols through September 30, 2015, and at least 100 safety presentations.
CHP press release re: CHP to Combat Aggressive driving
SACRAMENTO, Calif. –The California Highway Patrol (CHP) today announced that it is implementing a yearlong, federally funded traffic safety campaign to reduce the number of collisions associated with aggressive driving.
“Every year, speed and aggressive driving plays a role in the death or injury of thousands of people in California,” said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. “Through this enforcement and education campaign we seek to curb the number of fatal and injury collisions linked to speeding and other dangerous driving.”
“Every year, speed and aggressive driving plays a role in the death or injury of thousands of people in California,” said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. “Through this enforcement and education campaign we seek to curb the number of fatal and injury collisions linked to speeding and other dangerous driving.”
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
CHP press release re:PACK-THE-PATROL CAR TURKEY & TOY DRIVE
San Andreas, CA – The California Highway Patrol and the
Calaveras County Resource Connection are teaming up for a Pack-The-Patrol Car
Turkey & Toy Drive. You too can
participate in the event dedicated to feeding Calaveras County families in need
this holiday season.
The Calaveras County Food Bank is in desperate need of
turkeys and all other food items. “We
are planning on serving 900-1000 families and are in need of turkeys, hams, and
all other holiday food items” stated Jeannie Hayward, Program Director for the
Food Bank.
Friday, September 26, 2014
CHP San Andreas offers teen driving class
San
Andreas, CA
– The leading cause of death for Americans 15-20 years old is motor vehicle
collisions, (According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
and the CHP’s goal is to reduce
the death rate among teenagers as the result of these collisions.
In order to
address this alarming trend, the CHP
developed a program called Start Smart.
Start Smart is aimed at helping newly licensed and future licensed
teenage drivers understand the critical responsibilities of driving and to
understand that accidents do happen, but collisions are 100 percent
preventable.
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
CHP San Andreas hosts teen driving class
San Andreas, CA – The leading cause of death for Americans 15-20 years old is motor vehicle collisions, (According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) and the CHP’s goal is to reduce the death rate among teenagers as the result of these collisions.
In order to
address this alarming trend, the CHP
developed a program called Start Smart.
Start Smart is aimed at helping newly licensed and future licensed
teenage drivers understand the critical responsibilities of driving and to
understand that accidents do happen, but collisions are 100 percent
preventable.
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
CHP Labor Day stats
LABOR DAY
STATISTICS
SAN ANDREAS
– In Calaveras County, 3 people were arrested by the CHP
between 6:00 pm Friday and 11:59 pm Monday.
All 3 arrests were for Driving Under the Influence. Our Officers handled 3 minor injury accidents
and wrote 21 citations. Most of the
citations were for speeding including several mechanical violations. There was 1 citation issued for passing over
Double Yellow Lines, 1 citation went to a motorist for talking non-hands free
on his cell phone, and another for not wearing his seatbelt.
Friday, August 29, 2014
CHP gearing up for Labor Day Maximum Enforcement Period
CHP ‘LABORS’ DURING THE HOLIDAY TO
KEEP MOTORISTS SAFE
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – As the country
readies for Labor Day weekend, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is reminding
motorists to employ lifesaving measures on the roadway.
The final three-day weekend of the
summer travel season is a national tribute to the contributions workers have
made to the strength, prosperity, and
well-being of our country.
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
CHP SAN ANDREAS HOSTS TEEN DRIVING CLASS
San
Andreas, CA
– The leading cause of death for Americans 15-20 years old is motor vehicle
collisions, (According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
and the CHP’s goal is to reduce
the death rate among teenagers as the result of these collisions.
In order to
address this alarming trend, the CHP
developed a program called Start Smart.
Start Smart is aimed at helping newly licensed and future licensed
teenage drivers understand the critical responsibilities of driving and to
understand that accidents do happen, but collisions are 100 percent
preventable.
The primary
objective of Start Smart is to provide teens and their parent/guardians with an
interactive safe driving awareness class which will illustrate how poor choices
behind the wheel of a car can affect the lives of numerous people.
CHP press release re: Recruitment seminar
California Highway Patrol
San Andreas Area
Come and join us
August
27, 2014, from 5:30pm - 7:30pm
California
Highway Patrol
749
Mountain Ranch Road
209-754-3541
We will be covering topics on
how to become an Officer with the CHP
and an overview about the Department.
Any questions please email 201recruitment@chp.ca.gov
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Sunday, August 24, 2014
Man Arrested With Explosive Device In Sonora - mymotherlode.com
Sonora, CA — The CHP called in the bomb squad after a DUI stop in Sonora Friday night.
The incident happened at 9:20 pm when an officer pulled over a car for a traffic violation on Mono Way near Highway 108. The officer determined 32-year-old Michael Kevin Kline of Sunnyvale, California was drunk and arrested him.
read more mymotherlode.com
The incident happened at 9:20 pm when an officer pulled over a car for a traffic violation on Mono Way near Highway 108. The officer determined 32-year-old Michael Kevin Kline of Sunnyvale, California was drunk and arrested him.
read more mymotherlode.com
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
CHP press release re: STOLEN BOAT AND TRAILER FROM BURSON
San Andreas, CA – On Wednesday, July 30, 2014 the San
Andreas CHP office responded to the report of several stolen vehicles in the
13000 block of Camanche Parkway South.
Taken in the theft was a Cargo trailer, a 2002 Bayliner boat and its
trailer. The Cargo trailer was found
abandoned in Stockton on August 1, 2014.
The Bayliner boat and trailer are still outstanding.
On August 12, 2014, the San Andreas CHP office received a
phone call from an unidentified female.
The female related that her husband was interested in purchasing a boat
from a male. She wanted to check and see
if the boat was stolen. The female
provided a vessel CF number that matched the CF number of the stolen boat taken
on July 30th. The call
disconnected prior to our officer being able to obtain any more details other
than that the boat was possibly located between Valley Springs and San Andreas.
Wednesday, August 13, 2014
CHP press release re: Recruitment Seminar
California Highway Patrol
San Andreas Area
Come and join us
August
27, 2014, from 5:30pm - 7:30pm
California
Highway Patrol
749
Mountain Ranch Road
209-754-3541
We will be covering topics on
how to become an Officer with the CHP
and an overview about the Department.
Any questions please email 201recruitment@chp.ca.gov
Like us Facebook /CHPSanAndreas Follow us Twitter @CHPSanAndreas
Wednesday, July 30, 2014
CHP press release re:recruitment seminar
RECRUITMENT SEMINAR
California Highway Patrol
San Andreas Area
Come and join us
August
27, 2014, from 5:30pm - 7:30pm
California
Highway Patrol
749
Mountain Ranch Road
209-754-3541
We will be covering topics on
how to become an Officer with the CHP
and an overview about the Department.
Any questions please email 201recruitment@chp.ca.gov
Like us Facebook /CHPSanAndreas Follow us Twitter @CHPSanAndreas
Monday, July 14, 2014
CHP press release re:Sobriety / Driver License Checkpoint stats
SOBRIETY/DRIVER LICENSE CHECKPOINT
San Andreas, CA – On Saturday, July 12, 2014, the California
Highway Patrol San Andreas Area office conducted a Sobriety/Driver License Checkpoint
on State Route 49 in Angels Camp between the hours of 7 pm and 1:00 am. A total of 424 vehicles were screened. No arrest were made for Driving Under the
Influence but 1 person was in violation of driving on a suspended driver’s
licenses.
Monday, July 7, 2014
CHP opens 4 day application window
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The California Highway Patrol (CHP) will accept applications in July
from individuals interested in a career as a CHP officer. The CHP is looking to hire cadets from
a pool of applicants to fill vacant officer positions throughout the state.
“We are looking for members of our communities to join one of the most well-known law
enforcement agencies in the world,” said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. “The CHP is looking
for men and women who represent the diverse communities that we serve to provide the highest
level of Safety, Service, and Security to the people of California.”
Applications will only be accepted online during a four-day period beginning at 8 a.m. on
Monday, July 7, and ending at 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 10, 2014. This brief application period
marks the first time this year the CHP has accepted applications. Those interested in applying, or
seeking additional information, should visit www.chpcareers.com.
from individuals interested in a career as a CHP officer. The CHP is looking to hire cadets from
a pool of applicants to fill vacant officer positions throughout the state.
“We are looking for members of our communities to join one of the most well-known law
enforcement agencies in the world,” said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. “The CHP is looking
for men and women who represent the diverse communities that we serve to provide the highest
level of Safety, Service, and Security to the people of California.”
Applications will only be accepted online during a four-day period beginning at 8 a.m. on
Monday, July 7, and ending at 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 10, 2014. This brief application period
marks the first time this year the CHP has accepted applications. Those interested in applying, or
seeking additional information, should visit www.chpcareers.com.
Thursday, July 3, 2014
CHP - Maximum Enforcement Period - this holiday weekend
The CHP will have all available officers out patrolling Mother Lode
highways during its “Maximum Enforcement Period” that starts at 6pm
today and runs through 11:59pm on Sunday. Officers will primarily be
looking for DUI drivers, speeders, and those not wearing a seatbelt.
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
CHP Press release re: DECLARE YOUR INDEPENDENCE RESPONSIBLY THIS 4 TH OF JULY
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Independence Day is a holiday celebrating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, by America’s forefathers. Many Californians will celebrate this occasion with outdoor barbeques, picnics, and social gatherings. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) encourages you to enjoy the holiday but always designate a sober driver
and buckle up.
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
CHP opens 4 day application window
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The California Highway Patrol (CHP) will accept applications in July
from individuals interested in a career as a CHP officer. The CHP is looking to hire cadets from
a pool of applicants to fill vacant officer positions throughout the state.
“We are looking for members of our communities to join one of the most well-known law
enforcement agencies in the world,” said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. “The CHP is looking
for men and women who represent the diverse communities that we serve to provide the highest
level of Safety, Service, and Security to the people of California.”
Applications will only be accepted online during a four-day period beginning at 8 a.m. on
Monday, July 7, and ending at 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 10, 2014. This brief application period
marks the first time this year the CHP has accepted applications. Those interested in applying, or
seeking additional information, should visit www.chpcareers.com.
from individuals interested in a career as a CHP officer. The CHP is looking to hire cadets from
a pool of applicants to fill vacant officer positions throughout the state.
“We are looking for members of our communities to join one of the most well-known law
enforcement agencies in the world,” said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. “The CHP is looking
for men and women who represent the diverse communities that we serve to provide the highest
level of Safety, Service, and Security to the people of California.”
Applications will only be accepted online during a four-day period beginning at 8 a.m. on
Monday, July 7, and ending at 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 10, 2014. This brief application period
marks the first time this year the CHP has accepted applications. Those interested in applying, or
seeking additional information, should visit www.chpcareers.com.
Friday, June 20, 2014
CHP press release: Hwy 49 temporarily closed due to wildland fire
Update:
4:59 6-20-14
UPDATE: 4:54 PM
CHP will be doing one way escorts along SR49 between Angels Camp and San Andreas. Please be patient and watch for emergency vehicles.
4:45 pm 6-20-14
There is a large grass fire on George Reed Drive, south of San Andreas. Due to heavy smoke and limited visibilty across SR-49 near the Old Airport and Mountain Ranch Road, SR49 is being temporarily closed. Alternate routes at this time from Angels Camp to San Andreas are Pool Station Road and or Calaveritas Road to Fricot City Road.
Instructions:
Please avoid the area and expect Emergency vehicles on the roadways.
4:59 6-20-14
UPDATE: 4:54 PM
CHP will be doing one way escorts along SR49 between Angels Camp and San Andreas. Please be patient and watch for emergency vehicles.
4:45 pm 6-20-14
There is a large grass fire on George Reed Drive, south of San Andreas. Due to heavy smoke and limited visibilty across SR-49 near the Old Airport and Mountain Ranch Road, SR49 is being temporarily closed. Alternate routes at this time from Angels Camp to San Andreas are Pool Station Road and or Calaveritas Road to Fricot City Road.
Instructions:
Please avoid the area and expect Emergency vehicles on the roadways.
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