NYC is discouraging selfies taken at traffic cameras due to safety concerns, prompting responses from users who suggest alternative methods to engage with the feeds. The NYC DOT traffic cameras only provide live feeds and are accessible online. Users have raised concerns that the city might restrict access to these feeds entirely. Some express their experiences using similar traffic camera systems in other cities like Seattle, suggesting that people can engage creatively without breaking traffic laws. There's also commentary on the nature of the cameras and their operational limitations, including updates and quality.