Office of the County Judge-Executive

Shelby County Fiscal Court

Press Release

 

SAFE PATROL

Safety Assistance for Freeway Emergencies

 

October 29, 2007

 

The Department of Transportation is now providing assistance to motorists for various freeway emergencies.  The SAFE Patrol “assists motorists by providing gasoline and oil for those in need, add air to tires or change flat tires, provide a “jump” for dead batteries, and other minor automotive repairs.” 

 

In addition, the SAFE Patrol will not only work to make the roads clean, but they are trained to administer CPR and first aid if an accident occurs.

 

Govenor Ernie Fletcher presented the new Patrol trucks during the Kentucky State Fair in August.  Since the news of the SAFE Patrol became public, SAFE operators participated in a 2 week training course which taught them all the skills they will need in order to successfully provide this great service to Kentucky.

 

Times of Operation:  The SAFE Patrol operates from 7:00 A.M. and 11:00 P.M. seven days a week, including weekends and holidays.

 

For assistance on Kentucky’s Interstates and Parkways, or to report a problem or hazard, call: 877-FOR-KYTC

 

For more information visit www.highwaysafety.ky.gov

or contact Director Mark Stapleton at 502-564-2080