The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is alerting motorists about a winter storm on its way to the Sierra Nevada that could create challenging mountain travel conditions tonight and Thursday.
The National Weather Service is forecasting up to 10 inches of snow above 4,000 feet read more…
The article: Winter Storm Expected to Impact I-80, Mountain Travel, was originally published on I-80 Exit Guide
Embarking on a major road trip promises adventure, excitement, and a break from the routine. However, the key to a successful journey lies in thorough preparation. By addressing your car’s mechanical needs, updating your insurance, organizing important documents, and securing your home, you can s read more…
The article: Prep For Long-Haul Bliss With These Essential Road Trip Steps, was originally published on I-95 Exit Guide
This Thanksgiving holiday is expected to be one of the years most heavily traveled periods. Using input from fellow I-95 travelers, state transportation data and our own established traffic trends, we’ve put together this helpful guide to make your trip safer and a little less painful.
Timing i read more…
The article: Your Guide to a Stress-Free Thanksgiving Drive on I-95, was originally published on I-95 Exit Guide
Enforcement of Ohio’s distracted driving law begins today, October 5. It is illegal to use or hold a cell phone or electronic device in your hand or lap while driving on Ohio roads. If an officer sees a violation, you can be pulled over! Here are the penalties:
1st offense: Two points a read more…
The article: Ohio’s Distracted Driving Law Goes Into Effect Today, was originally published on I-75 Exit Guide
To make the most of the Labor Day weekend and remaining summer travel days, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is suspending most highway work zones and lifting most lane closures on interstates and other major roads in Virginia from noon Friday, September 1, until noon Tuesday, read more…
The article: Virginia DOT Suspends Lane Closures to Ease Labor Day Holiday Travel, was originally published on I-95 Exit Guide
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tropical storm warning for several counties in the south central and southeast portions of Georgia and a watch in other areas ahead of Hurricane Idalia. Governor Brian P. Kemp issued a state of emergency declaration for all of Georgia to provide for read more…
The article: Georgia DOT Prepared for Hurricane Idalia Impacts, was originally published on I-95 Exit Guide
This morning, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis provided updates on Hurricane Idalia at the State Emergency Operations Center with Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Executive Director Kevin Guthrie, FDOT Secretary Jared W. Perdue and Major General John Haas. As the storm approaches, landfall is expected early Wednesday morning with evacuation orders being called across 22 counties. The Governor also expanded the Executive Order to include three additional counties, bringing the t read more…
The article: Florida Governor Issues Hurricane Idalia Update – August 29, 2023, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide
As Florida prepares for Hurricane Idalia, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has opened the maximum amount of lanes possible within construction zones to ensure mobility in impact areas. Contractors on these construction projects are currently securing work sites, clearing traffic control devices that are not actively being used to direct traffic, and checking drainage systems.
Tolls have been suspended facilities within the projected path of the storm. Toll suspension read more…
The article: Florida DOT Suspends Lane Closures, Tolls as They Prepare for Hurricane Idalia, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) announces that they will halt all lane closure activity on interstates and state highways for the Labor Day holiday travel period. Construction crews will stop all lane closure activity at noon on Friday, September 1, until 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, read more…
The article: Tennessee DOT Suspends Lane Closures for Labor Day Holiday, was originally published on I-75 Exit Guide
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) maintenance forces are loading trucks, sharpening blades and cleaning out storm drains among other tasks in preparation for anticipated severe weather from Tropical Storm Idalia in South Carolina.
Crews began preparing over the weekend read more…
The article: South Carolina DOT Prepares Teams Ahead of Tropical Storm Idalia, was originally published on I-95 Exit Guide
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed into law a bill making it illegal to hold and use a mobile electronic device while operating a motor vehicle in Michigan. With the bill signing, Michigan becomes the 26th state in the U.S. to establish hands-free driving laws.
Texting while driving read more…
The article: Michigan’s New Distracted Driving Law Takes Effect June 30, was originally published on I-75 Exit Guide
This Memorial Day Weekend, the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) and the U.S. Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) are teaming up with the Connecticut State Police and local law enforcement to remind the public about the dangers of read more…
The article: Connecticut DOT: Plan Ahead This Memorial Day Weekend, Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over, was originally published on I-95 Exit Guide
