SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) – It’s back-to-school time across much of the Coastal Empire, including the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System (SCCPSS), and officials are reminding drivers to be extra cautious on the roads. AAA and local authorities urge anyone behind the wheel to slow down in school zones and watch for students walking or riding their bikes to class. With more buses on the road and more children at bus stops, they said this week is a critical time for safety. As students return, the Savannah Police Department is reactivating school zone speed cameras. Officers will begin issuing warnings this week to drivers caught speeding through designated school zones. According to Savannah Police, the cameras will operate 45 minutes before the school day starts and will remain active until 30 minutes after dismissal. Under Georgia law, tickets can be issued to drivers traveling 10 miles per hour or more over the posted school zone speed limit. SEE MORE: Savannah Police to reactivate school zone cameras for first day of school At the SCCPSS bus depot on Gamble Road, bus drivers started their first full day of routes with students on Monday. Superintendent Dr. Denise Watts greeted each driver before they left, emphasizing how important they are to a smooth and safe first day. “We’ve been preparing for today behind the scenes. But today is the first day with students,” Watts said. “We are transporting over 22,000 students today, so it’s extremely important that the first…
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