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Public Safety

Washington Traffic & Road Conditions

Live cameras, road conditions, accident reports, and construction alerts for Washington, D.C.

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Road Conditions & Closures
Emergency & Commute
  • Dial 911Emergency — police, fire, EMS
  • Dial 311Police non-emergencies & city services
  • DC DMVLicenses, registration & driver programs
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Latest Updates

Washington Traffic News

Traffic news and road updates are published here daily. Check back soon or follow us for alerts.

Crash & Accident Reports

Washington Accidents & Crash Reports

Stay informed about crashes, closures, and road safety in Washington, D.C..

Accident and crash reports for Washington, D.C. will appear here as they are published. Sources include MPD and DDOT.

DUI & Impaired Driving

Washington DUI Reports & Checkpoints

DUI enforcement updates, checkpoint alerts, and impaired driving data for Washington, D.C.

DUI reports, arrest data, and checkpoint alerts for Washington, D.C. will appear here as they are published.

Impaired Driving in D.C.

  • Enrollment in DC DMV’s Ignition Interlock Device (IID) Program is required after any impaired driving offense.

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Ignition Interlock

Enrollment in DC DMV’s Ignition Interlock Device (IID) Program is required after any impaired driving offense.

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Report a Drunk Driver

If you see an impaired driver, call 911 immediately. Note the vehicle description, tag number, and direction of travel.

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Sober Ride Options

Uber and Lyft operate in the Washington area. Many local bars and restaurants offer designated driver programs.

School Zone Safety

Washington School Traffic & Zone Safety

School zone speed limits, pickup/dropoff schedules, bus route alerts, and safety tips for Washington, D.C. parents and commuters

School Zone Speed Limits

Obey posted school zone speed limits. DDOT publishes a comprehensive list of all automated photo enforcement cameras across the city. See camera locations.

Pickup & Dropoff Hours

Peak school traffic: 6:30–8:30 AM and 2:00–4:00 PM on school days. Allow extra commute time during these hours. Obey no parking and no stopping signs near school entrances.

School Bus Safety

Watch for stopped school buses and children at bus stops. Children should wait in a safe place away from traffic.

Back-to-School Alerts

At the start of each school year, traffic patterns shift across Washington, D.C. as DC Public Schools and public charter schools resume classes. Watch for new traffic patterns, construction near schools, and increased pedestrian activity at intersections.

Public School Systems

  • District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS)
By the Numbers

Washington Commute Facts

Key statistics for Washington, D.C. commuters

Commute statistics for the District will appear here once verified.

Alerts

Active Construction & Closures

Major construction and road closure alerts will be posted here as they are reported. DDOT publishes traffic advisories and weekly construction updates for Washington, D.C. commuters.

For current closure information, see DDOT’s weekly construction updates and traffic advisories.

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