There’s no traffic headed in the other direction. But the light isn’t changing. Technology coming to the D.C. area may help.

and More These smart traffic lights will prevent emergency vehicles from having to stop at the traffic light, waiting for it to turn green and allow the other vehicles to pass unhindered.

“But while ‘smart’ technology can really help ease daily gridlocks ... and students,” Tolentino said. “May these traffic light systems serve your constituents and community well,” he added.