As residents get ready to pack up and head out for the Thanksgiving holiday….PennDOT, the PA State Police and the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency are reminding you of some easy tips to make traveling easier.
– Prepare for travel by taking your car to a mechanic to get checked out.
-Visit 511PA.com for traffic information. Real-time data will help you adjust your trip if need-be and give you a better idea of when you’ll arrive.
-Packet an emergency kit with a blanket, non-perishable food, a phone charger and family-specific items (such as baby items or pet supplies)
AAA Travel estimates nearly 47 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home, the highest in seven years.
PA Turnpike officials say they will suspend maintenance and keep four lanes of traffic open during the entire holiday week.
One big reason for increased travel is lower gasoline, which are at their lowest levels since 2008. Prices in our area are hovering around $2.30 this week, down from $3.02 this time last year (according to fuel analysts at GasBuddy.com).
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