Trapster 4.0 for BlackBerry has just been released, and brings 11 new “traps” for you to report. These new road hazards add the ability for Trapster users to keep other drivers aware of potentially unsafe road conditions such as flooded roads, dangerous intersections, and school zones.
11 New Road Hazards:
School Zone
This trap signifies a School Zone. These static traps do not expire and represent an area on a street near a school or near a crosswalk leading to a school that has a likely presence of pedestrians.
Children at Play
If you see children at play at such places as parks, playgrounds, schools, and cul-de-sacs, make sure to marke it on the trapmap using our Children at Play sign. These traps expire 2 hours after the last confirmed vote of approval.
Car Accident
We’ve all seen one and maybe even been in one, car accidents. They cause traffic, mayhem, and lots of headaches. If you see a car accident help other users by reporting it right away. These traps expire 2 hour after the last confirmed vote of approval.
Construction Zone
Construction zone, roadwork, anywhere the roads are being worked on that causes backup, congestion, and even dangerous road conditions. These traps expire 5 days after the last vote of approval.
Dangerous Curve
Just as the name of this trap states, dangerous curve. These traps do not expire. However, please be as accurate as possible when reporting traps. We have a team of trapologist here at Trapster that review all traps to make sure they’re accurate with the help of google maps.
Dangerous Intersection
You know those intersections, common accidents spots or treacherous conditions that add up to a dangerous intersection.These traps are static and will remain on the map until voted down by numerous users.
Brush Fire
If you happen to spot a brush fire while driving, make sure to report it using this trap. Brush fire traps expire 6 hours after the last vote of approval.
Flooded Road
Flooded road signs expire after 6 hours of the last positive vote.
Ice on Road
Let other users know about icy road conditions with this trap. Ice on road traps expire 4 hours after the last positive vote.
Narrow Bridge
Let other users know about narrow bridges ahead. Especially, helpful for travelers or users new to the area.
Road Closed
Warn drivers of closed roads. These traps last up to 6 hours after the last positive vote.
Road Kill
Not the prettiest thought but road kill can make for a very dangerous road condition and accident. See a dead animal on the side of the road or in the road make sure to let other users know. Road kill traps expire after 6 hours of the last positive vote.
Toll Booth
Let users know of upcoming toll booths, toll roads, or toll stations ahead with this trap.
Improved Performance
Next, the app has undergone awesome performance improvements. You will notice quicker load times, and overall performance of the application. The team is working hard to make it better and better!
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