DelDOT Suspends Lane Closures for the Holidays
The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) reminds drivers to expect extra traffic in Delaware starting as early as Monday, December 21. Planned lane closures on Delaware’s multi-lane highways will be suspended at midnight on Thursday, December 24, and will resume at midnight on Monday, December 28. Traffic accidents and other unpredictable types of transportation incidents may cause lane closures and/or delays.
The warmer than normal temperatures forecast for the holidays means more pedestrians and bicyclists will likely be interacting with traffic this year. Motorists are asked to be on the lookout for both. Pedestrians are reminded to use designated sidewalks and marked road crossings; and bicyclists are reminded to use bike paths and lanes where available. Both should wear bright clothing and use a light, if out during night or low light conditions.
DelDOT’s Transportation Management Center (TMC) will monitor and adjust computerized traffic sign
NHDOT and NH State Police Urge Drivers To Prepare For Winter Conditions
Concerned that mild weather has lulled motorists, the New Hampshire Department of Transportation and New Hampshire State Police today urged drivers to prepare for winter driving conditions across the state.
Joined by AAA of Northern England and the NH Towing Association, NHDOT and State Police said winter weather has arrived in parts of New Hampshire and snow and ice conditions demand a significant change in driving practices.
“The Department of Transportation is ready for winter to arrive,” said NHDOT Assistant Director of Operations David Rodrigue. “Our snow fighters are prepared, salt and sand sheds are full, and our state roads will be maintained by over 700 state and private plow trucks this winter. Don’t crowd the plow and remember the road surface is better where treated behind that plow. Four wheel drive does not mean four wheel stop, and avoid using cruise control in winter weather conditions.”
Last winter 28 NHDOT plow trucks and 21 State Pol