The digest documents existing and best policies and practices of state transit divisions pertaining to weather-related emergencies. This research includes state involvement in emergency planning, response, and recovery. It identifies lessons learned from recent emergencies, key issues associated with the involvement of state public transportation divisions, and best practices. The results of a national survey of state transit divisions, in depth interviews with selected states, and copies of links to various resources related to emergency management are included in the report.
Status: The report has been published as NCHRP Research Results Digest 326.