RoadNews
August 30, 2023
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Virginia DOT Suspends Lane Closures to Ease Labor Day Holiday Travel

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…

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RoadNews
August 30, 2023
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Georgia DOT Prepared for Hurricane Idalia Impacts

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…

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RoadNews
August 29, 2023
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Florida Governor Issues Hurricane Idalia Update – August 29, 2023

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…

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RoadNews
August 29, 2023
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Florida DOT Suspends Lane Closures, Tolls as They Prepare for Hurricane Idalia

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…

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RoadNews
August 28, 2023
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Tennessee DOT Suspends Lane Closures for Labor Day Holiday

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…

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RoadNews
August 28, 2023
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South Carolina DOT Prepares Teams Ahead of Tropical Storm Idalia

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…

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Interstate 75, RoadNews
June 25, 2023
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Michigan’s New Distracted Driving Law Takes Effect June 30

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

Interstate 95, RoadNews
May 25, 2023
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Connecticut DOT: Plan Ahead This Memorial Day Weekend, Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

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…

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Interstate 10, RoadNews
May 25, 2023
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Mississippi DOT Urges Travelers to Prepare Your Vehicle for Summer Travel

As the summer travel season approaches, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) reminds drivers to prepare your vehicle for a safe and enjoyable journey heading into Memorial Day Weekend.

“Before embarking on your summer adventures, it’s crucial to prepare your vehicle for the upc read more…

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Interstate 75, RoadNews
April 03, 2023
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Tennessee DOT: I-75 Construction Halted for Easter Holiday Travel

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will suspend all interstate construction work on Easter weekend in anticipation of increased holiday travel.

TDOT crews and contractors will stop all road construction work that requires lane closures beginning Thursday, April 6 at 6:00 p.m. read more…

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Interstate 80, RoadNews
March 13, 2023
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Caltrans: Avoid Unnecessary Travel, Prepare for Incoming Storms

With another series of winter storms expected to hit California over the next week, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is preparing to respond as quickly as possible to any emergency by pre-positioning equipment and personnel at strategic locations.

The department is asking read more…

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Interstate 80, RoadNews
March 10, 2023
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PennDOT: Motorists Urged to be Cautious During Weekend Winter Storm

Due to snowy, wet conditions across the region, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advising motorists to avoid unnecessary travel during the winter storm. Winter weather is expected through Saturday morning. Additionally, it is possible that speed restrictions will be read more…

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