Bumpy Roads Reporting for EMS
I’d like to suggest adding a “bumpy road” or “rough pavement” hazard option in Waze, along with an optional route preference for the smoothest roads.
For EMS and other medical transport drivers, road quality isn’t just about comfort—it directly affects patient care. Many patients we transport have conditions like bed sores, fractures, or severe pain, where even minor road bumps can cause significant discomfort or worsen their condition.
Currently, Waze does a great job helping drivers avoid traffic, hazards, and tolls. Adding a way to report and route around rough roads would be incredibly valuable for those of us transporting vulnerable patients. A “smoothest route” option—similar to avoiding highways or tolls—would allow EMS crews to prioritize patient comfort when time allows.
Even a simple, user-reported “bumpy road” alert could make a meaningful difference in improving ride quality and patient experience.
Thank you for considering this feature.
Natalie Jolicoeur
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