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Thanksgiving Travel Rush: Busiest Week on Florida Roads
Holiday travel surges with 90% choosing to drive, causing road congestion and airport crowds; AAA forecasts a 2% increase over last year with 81 million travelers nationwide.
- Today marks the start of the busy Thanksgiving travel rush, AAA Washington projects more than 81 million travelers nationwide this year, with about 90% expected to drive and airports bracing for heavy volumes.
- In Florida, AAA predicts more than 4 million Floridians will drive this year, and the Florida Department of Transportation urges drivers to check FL511 for real-time road conditions before leaving.
- The National Weather Service warns light snow and breezy winds through Wednesday night near mountain passes, while Washington corridors like I-5, Interstate 90, and U.S. Highway 2 will be heavily congested with over 300,000 ferry riders and nearly 3,500 airport passengers during midday surges.
- Safety officials warn travelers to inspect batteries about 3 years old and worn tires, while AAA responded to nearly 600,000 roadside calls last year and Central Florida recorded 17 deaths.
- AAA suggests, `We want you to plan, make sure you give yourself plenty of time to hit the road`, and recommends traveling Tuesday before noon or Wednesday before 11 a.m.
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Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel weekends of the year, and many Oregonians will be hitting the roads to visit family and friends.Wet, snowy, and unpredictable weather could quickly turn travel plans upside down if you’re not prepared.
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