HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — The Alabama Department of Transportation said that road construction during the Thanksgiving Holiday will be limited.
According to ALDOT, there will be no temporary lane closures from Wednesday, Nov. 27 at noon through Sunday, Dec. 1 at 11:59 p.m.
The move comes as drivers on Alabama’s roadways can expect higher traffic volumes as the holiday season begins.
Throughout the year, ALDOT limits road construction during major holidays. Emergency lane closures may be possible, depending on specific circumstances on interstates and other state roadways.
“Thanksgiving is one of the most traveled holidays, and we know everyone is eager to get to their celebrations,” says Allison Green, Drive Safe Alabama coordinator. “By pausing road work, ALDOT is making it easier to keep traffic moving. We ask drivers to do their part too – stay focused on the road and limit distractions.”
ALDOT is reminding the public to drive safely and has offered the following tips and information:
- Do not drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Designating a sober driver before drinking is key to preventing deadly crashes.
- Buckle up, every seat, every time.
- Surviving a crash is much more likely when wearing a seatbelt. More than 50 percent of people dying in crashes in Alabama are not wearing a seatbelt.
- Limit distractions.
- Alabama has a hands-free law, which means no holding a phone while driving. Let passengers handle calls and texts.
