Pennsylvania American Water Highlights Work Zone Awareness Week

Stay alert while crew members are at work

MECHANICSBURG, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Pennsylvania American Water is highlighting National Work Zone Awareness Week, an annual campaign that promotes safe driving in highway work zones from April 21-25, 2025.

“At Pennsylvania American Water, our teams and contractors work daily in and around roadways to provide reliable service for our customers,” said Kyle Durko, director of health and safety for Pennsylvania American Water. “While safety remains a priority, work zones can pose serious risks. National Work Zone Awareness Week emphasizes our shared responsibility to keep roads and workers safe. When you slow down and stay alert in work zones, you're helping protect lives, including your own.”

Pennsylvania American Water invests hundreds of millions of dollars into its infrastructure annually and has dozens of crews working around the state on any given day. Whether its water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades or routine maintenance and cleaning, Pennsylvania American Water’s is focused on keeping crews and motorists safe.

Pennsylvania American Water provides these simple rules when driving through work zones:

• Stay alert: Pay attention to flaggers, workers and equipment, and be prepared for sudden stops.
• Slow down: Follow all posted speed limits and adjust for traffic flows and weather conditions.
• Give yourself some space: Leave at least two seconds of braking room between other vehicles.

Click here to learn more about Pennsylvania American Water’s commitment to safety.

About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,700 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

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About Pennsylvania American Water

Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people.

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Media Contact:

David Misner

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david.misner@amwater.com

Source: Pennsylvania American Water

FAQ

When is National Work Zone Awareness Week 2025 observed by Pennsylvania American Water?

National Work Zone Awareness Week will be observed from April 21-25, 2025.

What are the main safety rules for driving through Pennsylvania American Water work zones?

The main rules are: stay alert to flaggers and equipment, follow posted speed limits, and maintain at least two seconds of braking distance from other vehicles.

How much does Pennsylvania American Water invest in infrastructure annually?

Pennsylvania American Water invests hundreds of millions of dollars into infrastructure annually.

What types of work does Pennsylvania American Water perform in road work zones?

They perform water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades, routine maintenance, and cleaning operations throughout the state.

Who is responsible for work zone safety at Pennsylvania American Water?

Kyle Durko serves as the director of health and safety, overseeing work zone safety initiatives.