If you pass by a North Buncombe accident on the further Interstate 26 beginning in November, you'll likely see a photographer sporting a bright yellow vest. No, the Tribune staff won't be cleaning up the accident or directing traffic. According to an article in the July 2008 edition of The North Carolina Press Association magazine, federal law will require all reporters and photographers to wear safety vests when outside of their vehicles on federal-aid highways or their rights of way.
The article goes on to state that those not wearing the safety vests are subject to fines or arrest.
The regulation was finalized in November 2006, and the Department of Transportation has allowed for a two-year compliance period.
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