Restrictions in existing work zones remain in place
Verde Valley AZ (December 30, 2016) – Arizona motorists driving to New Year’s destinations won’t encounter any scheduled freeway closures for construction work this weekend.
While no closures are planned, travelers should be aware that existing work-zone restrictions will remain in place, including narrowed lanes on Interstate 19 near Tucson and lane reductions on Interstate 40 near the California-Arizona line. Motorists should use caution when driving in work zones.
To encourage smart driving decisions, Arizona Department of Transportation overhead signs will display New Year’s-themed safety messages Friday through Sunday.
Because unexpected delays can occur due to crashes, stalled vehicles and severe weather, motorists traveling during the holiday weekend should:
- – Pack extra drinking water and snacks
- – Avoid the busiest travel times, if possible
- – Get plenty of rest before driving – drowsy driving is unsafe
- – Check vehicles, including tire pressure, belts and fluid levels
- – If traveling to the high country, pack cold-weather clothes and blankets
- – For more information on items to put in an emergency kit, visit gov/KnowSnow
Real-time highway conditions are available on ADOT’s Travel Information Center at az511.gov, by calling 511 and through ADOT’s Twitter feed: @ArizonaDOT.
