Drivers trying to retool their daily commutes after Sunday's collapse in the East Bay's McArthur Maze can get help from the latest in traffic technology, thanks to a host of newly available Web resources that pull information directly from sensors buried under the freeways.Using internet- or phone-based traffic sites, such as 511.org, drivers can get up-to-the-minute advice to guide them around the worst traffic backups. Or, as new traffic patterns emerge in the coming days, they can do in-depth analyses of the best routes and times to travel.
With the click of a mouse, drivers can view a map showing how fast traffic is flowing on their usual route, get suggestions for alternative routes and find out exactly how long the drive should take.
For the most basic information, drivers can refer to the freeway closure information and suggested alternative routes listed at www.511.org/promo/baybridge/accident.asp.
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