Ohio expands use of Twitter for traffic updates

COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio is expanding its use of Twitter to update motorists about traffic delays.

State transportation officials said today the Twitter feeds will provide morning and afternoon updates on rush-hour traffic problems, including construction delays and major accidents, for Akron, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton and Toledo.

Ohio began using Twitter in December to post updates on winter-related travel problems.

Officials strongly discourage motorists from attempting to read the messages while driving.