GEORGIA – As the holiday travel rush approaches, the Georgia Department of Transportation will be temporarily suspending lane closures along interstates, major state routes and roadways near major shopping centers, malls or districts to alleviate traffic.
According to GDOT, the suspension for the Christmas weekend will begin at 5 a.m. on Dec. 22 and will continue through 10 p.m. on Dec. 26.
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For the New Year’s weekend, lane closures will be suspended from 5 a.m. on Dec. 29 until 5 a.m. on Jan. 2, 2024.
GDOT officials urge travelers to remain alert as maintenance crews may still be working near highways. Also, certain long-term lane closures may continue due to safety considerations.
Incident management, emergency, or maintenance-related lane closures could be implemented at any time on any route, GDOT officials said.
GDOT also shared some safety tips for drivers traveling this season:
- Prepare a winter-ready kit for your vehicle, including essentials such as blankets, a flashlight, gloves, and provisions like food and water.
- Before embarking on your journey, inspect the condition of your tires to ensure they are suitable for winter driving.
- Prepare for your journey by utilizing the comprehensive travel services offered by 511GA. Visit 511ga.org or download the free 511 Georgia app for navigation services, estimated travel times, travel forecasts, and access to traffic cameras.