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re: Did two children just die on Bluff Road in Ascension Parish?
Posted on 6/25/14 at 10:55 am to GetBackToWork
Posted on 6/25/14 at 10:55 am to GetBackToWork
Much talk about using her phone. This is speculation and always a consideration by LEO.
Much talk about the road. I've traveled a lot and been on back roads in most states. Lots of back roads! I can't say that road, or for that matter most roads around here are any different from the norm in this nation. If you follow those scenic route signs as we often do pay attention to the condition and shoulder size/shape. I rate that road as being pretty dam good. Also, she approached from Perkins Rd. That is a pretty good approach angle and view. Coming from the hwy 74 end is a little more tricky. I used to love that direction when I had my T/A.
Much talk about the road. I've traveled a lot and been on back roads in most states. Lots of back roads! I can't say that road, or for that matter most roads around here are any different from the norm in this nation. If you follow those scenic route signs as we often do pay attention to the condition and shoulder size/shape. I rate that road as being pretty dam good. Also, she approached from Perkins Rd. That is a pretty good approach angle and view. Coming from the hwy 74 end is a little more tricky. I used to love that direction when I had my T/A.
This post was edited on 6/25/14 at 10:58 am
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Posted on 6/25/14 at 11:02 am to LNCHBOX
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Many of these roads are substandard for the speed limits posted.
Link?
I'm speaking in generalities. Many back roads simply are not safe to drive 55 in every type of vehicle. It was not my point to say that particular road is substandard.
I will say, though, that a lot of smooth good looking roads don't necessarily have good drainage.
If this particular spot has witnessed an abnormal number of occasions with people flying off, then it should be studied for improvements.
Posted on 6/25/14 at 11:07 am to Redbone
Don't have a clue what caused the accident but I can tell you first hand about the traffic.Have friends that live in Serenity Lakes across from the accident location. Trying to leave and turn onto Bluff right there is a suicide mission. Cars routinely travel much faster than what is posted. Several close calls in that curve leaving. Road is not patrolled much by police but am sure that is about to change.
Posted on 6/25/14 at 11:13 am to mikelbr
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The road is pristine for potholes except a GIfrickINGNORMOUS one south of C Braud that will break your shite.
it's dark every morning when I go to work & hit that dam thing EVERY timePosted on 6/25/14 at 11:16 am to Schmelly
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it's dark every morning when I go to work & hit that dam thing EVERY time
Man frick that pot hole. I cussed out loud in my car for at least 30 seconds after hitting it the other day, swearing I was charging the city of Geismar, the AP, ETC for damage if there was any.
Posted on 6/25/14 at 11:19 am to foj1981
Wasn't that long ago we saw an accident right there in the curve. It was right by that gated driveway with the wooden fence. Somebody was stopped in the curve to turn, person coming from behind couldn't stop and plowed into them. If you look you can see where that fence has been fixed. The cars went straight through it. The road surface isn't the problem as much as that curve, the visibility around it & the lack of shoulder are. Add in the frickin 8" drop off and it's easy to see why accidents happen. That Road scares the shite outta me
This post was edited on 6/25/14 at 11:21 am
Posted on 6/25/14 at 11:21 am to GetBackToWork
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I'm speaking in generalities. Many back roads simply are not safe to drive 55 in every type of vehicle.
Anything scientific to back that up with?
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It was not my point to say that particular road is substandard.
Well, you pretty much implied just that.
Posted on 6/25/14 at 11:22 am to mikelbr
quote:LOL, I let out a big " FUUUUUCK" this morning. It's not even about the hole anymore, it's about me not being able to remember that the bastard is there!!!
Man frick that pot hole. I cussed out loud in my car for at least 30 seconds after hitting it the other day, swearing I was charging the city of Geismar, the AP, ETC for damage if there was any.
Posted on 6/25/14 at 11:27 am to LNCHBOX
My god will y'all give it a rest. The road sucks, but there's probably nothing substandard about it. The drop off in some areas is my biggest concern but it's not like it's uncommon. I've never seen standing water on it anywhere. At least not that I can think off.
Posted on 6/25/14 at 11:35 am to LNCHBOX
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I'm speaking in generalities. Many back roads simply are not safe to drive 55 in every type of vehicle.
Anything scientific to back that up with?
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It was not my point to say that particular road is substandard.
Well, you pretty much implied just that.
Get off the juice. Read my first post and my second. Nothing was implied, and the premise was stated that it "MAY" be an issue contributing to the vehicle leaving the road.
No one needs a scientific study to know roads in LA are bad. Don't believe me, go look at the verdicts.
Did you design or build this road?
Posted on 6/25/14 at 11:57 am to Champagne
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I guarantee you that "it will be looked into." Those phone records are going to be "looked into", and there's no "I would imagine" about it.
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All I'm saying is: I hope that this tragedy is fully investigated.
Are you arguing just to argue? What did smartphones do to make you so angry? Is it that Candy Crush game?
Posted on 6/25/14 at 12:03 pm to GetBackToWork
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No one needs a scientific study to know roads in LA are bad. Don't believe me, go look at the verdicts
I believe you but not because of what a bunch of idiots on a jury may decide.
Posted on 6/25/14 at 12:09 pm to Schmelly
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LOL, I let out a big " FUUUUUCK" this morning. It's not even about the hole anymore, it's about me not being able to remember that the bastard is there!!!
Not point to you specifically. All that go that way, why don't you call the parish AND state about this? They can't fix pot holes when there is water in them. Otherwise they would have to pay damages if you report and keep a record.
Posted on 6/25/14 at 12:10 pm to LNCHBOX
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Not really. Again, you are talking about assuming exactly one thing compared to assuming it was anything except once thing. One of those assumptions is much more reasonable than the other.
But I was responding to the accusation specifically saying that they seriously doubt any texting was gong on.
I understand how statistics work. The post did not say they think "it was something else". They specifically said they seriously doubt it was due to texting.
Posted on 6/25/14 at 12:14 pm to Tiger Ryno
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If i see somebody texting and driving on the interstate i reach down for my phone and scroll until i find the camera the zoom in and snap a pic. Then i text it immediately to the cops. I will not stand for this crap.
Good! I hate texting and driving as well
Posted on 6/25/14 at 12:15 pm to CorkSoaker
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But I was responding to the accusation specifically saying that they seriously doubt any texting was gong on.
Which means he seriously believes that it was anything other than texting. That is more reasonable whether you care to admit it or not.
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The post did not say they think "it was something else". They specifically said they seriously doubt it was due to texting.
Which means he thinks it was anything else besides that. Are you serious?
Posted on 6/25/14 at 12:17 pm to Redbone
quote:figured somebody else will do it eventually, lol
Not point to you specifically. All that go that way, why don't you call the parish AND state about this? They can't fix pot holes when there is water in them. Otherwise they would have to pay damages if you report and keep a record.
Posted on 6/25/14 at 12:25 pm to Schmelly
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figured somebody else will do it eventually, lol
Been there, done that. I used to drive hwy 74 from 61 to St. G. and back 3-4 days a week. Our secretary once called the state and reported THE ENTIRE road.
Posted on 6/25/14 at 12:41 pm to LNCHBOX
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Which means he thinks it was anything else besides that. Are you serious?
I seriously think you're a moron.
Posted on 6/25/14 at 12:43 pm to CorkSoaker
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I seriously think you're a moron.
I'd resort to name calling to if I was you. Good stuff.
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