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Google Maps Adds New Weather-Related Incident Reports for Safer Driving

Google Maps is testing new weather-related incident reports in its app and Android Auto, including options for flooded roads, low visibility, and unplowed roads.
By Blip Tech 1 min read

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Google Maps Tests New Weather-Related Incident Reports on App and Android Auto

Google Maps is expanding its incident reporting features with new weather-related options, including 'Flooded road,' 'Low visibility,' and 'Unplowed road.' These updates are currently being tested for some users in the mobile app and on Android Auto. The new options appear after 'Stalled vehicle' on the list of reportable incidents, pushing 'Police' out of the main view.

This development builds on Google's previous update to incident reports, which clarified speed trap warnings to a more general 'Police' option last November. While not yet available to all users, these new weather-related reports aim to enhance safety and provide more relevant information to drivers.

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