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The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) announces that it has suspended all lane closures in the Tampa Bay area due to Tropical Storm Helene.

The Department directed FDOT road and bridge contractors on Wednesday to temporarily suspend all operations on active construction projects read more…

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September 10, 2024 I-10 Exit Guide

Tropical Storm Francine Takes Aim at I-10 in Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi

The National Hurricane Center reports that there is a danger of life-threatening storm surge for portions of the Upper Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi coastlines where a Storm Surge Warning is now in effect. Residents in the warning area should follow advice, including evacuation orders, given read more…

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August 29, 2024 I-95 Exit Guide

Georgia DOT Suspends Lane Closures Ahead of Labor Day Weekend

In preparation for the upcoming Labor Day weekend surge in traffic, the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has announced a temporary suspension of all lane closures across Georgia’s interstates and state routes.

Effective from Friday at noon through Tuesday at 5:00 a.m., this read more…

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August 28, 2024 I-75 Exit Guide

Michigan DOT Lifts Traffic Restrictions to Ease Labor Day Holiday Travel

This Labor Day holiday weekend, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is removing lane restrictions on 60 percent of its road and bridge projects statewide to ease traffic delays for holiday travelers.

Beginning at 3:00 p.m. Friday, August 30, and continuing until 6:00 a.m. read more…

The article: Michigan DOT Lifts Traffic Restrictions to Ease Labor Day Holiday Travel, was originally published on I-75 Exit Guide

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August 28, 2024 I-95 Exit Guide

Labor Day ‘Booze It & Lose It’ Enforcement Underway Across North Carolina

North Carolina law enforcement will increase patrols statewide to keep impaired drivers off the roads during the Labor Day holiday weekend, which remains one of the deadliest times of year for alcohol and drug-related traffic deaths, officials announced,

The increased patrols are part of this read more…

The article: Labor Day ‘Booze It & Lose It’ Enforcement Underway Across North Carolina, was originally published on I-95 Exit Guide

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August 23, 2024 I-95 Exit Guide

Virginia DOT Lifts Lane Closures to Ease Labor Day Weekend Travel

Venturing out on the roads for one final summer holiday weekend? Planning ahead could make all the difference between smooth sailing or getting stuck in congestion.

Labor Day weekend marks the end of the summer season, and whether it is to explore one of Virginia’s many scenic trails or lounge read more…

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August 23, 2024 I-95 Exit Guide

Connecticut DOT and Police Urge Sober Driving This Labor Day Weekend

With summer ending soon and Labor Day approaching, the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) and the U.S. Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) are partnering with state and local law enforcement to highlight the dangers of drunk read more…

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August 6, 2024 I-95 Exit Guide

North Carolina DOT Urges People to Prepare for Tropical Storm Debby

As Tropical Storm Debby approaches North Carolina, state transportation officials are urging people to pay attention to the latest weather and prepare now.

Debby is forecast to bring heavy rainfall and wind gusts up to 40 mph to central and eastern North Carolina starting as early as Tuesday read more…

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August 5, 2024 I-95 Exit Guide

Georgia Department of Transportation Prepares for Hurricane Debby

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is monitoring Tropical Storm Debby as it is expected to become a Category 1 hurricane, bringing with it a prolonged rainfall and flooding event in South Central and Southeast Georgia. Governor Brian P. Kemp has issued a state of emergency for read more…

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August 5, 2024 I-95 Exit Guide

South Carolina DOT Preparing for Tropical Storm Debby

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is preparing for the potential weather impacts of Tropical Storm Debby and reminding the public that now is the time to prepare.

With large amounts of rainfall possible as early as Monday, rains could cause flash flooding or ponding on read more…

The article: South Carolina DOT Preparing for Tropical Storm Debby, was originally published on I-95 Exit Guide