For the safety of
the traveling public, construction industry workers and maintenance
crews, the Alabama Department of Transportation will have no temporary
lane closures from Wednesday, Nov. 27 at noon through Sunday, Dec. 1 at
11:59 p.m.

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 asks motorists to drive safely and offers the following safety
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.

ALGOTraffic Helps Drivers Plan Ahead.

Motorists planning their holiday travel route can find Alabama traffic
and road condition information, including live traffic camera feeds at
ALGOtraffic.com or by downloading the ALGO Traffic app. ALDOT asks
motorists to use ALGO Traffic responsibility. Drivers should never text,
tweet or use a mobile device while operating a vehicle.