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Oroville approves OptiComm infrared system to speed emergency vehicles
Summary
Council approved funding for Phase 1 of an OptiComm infrared traffic-signal interrupter project (Phase 1 estimated $53,000) to prioritize emergency vehicles at city intersections and authorized future integration with Caltrans signals in Phase 2.
The Oroville City Council approved a two‑phase plan to install OptiComm infrared signal interrupters that will give emergency vehicles priority at traffic signals. Staff said the system will improve response times and enhance safety by cycling lights to green for approaching emergency vehicles when intersections are clear of pedestrians.
Chief Tens described…
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