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Planning on traveling this Labor Day weekend? You’re not alone. With the price of gas lower at this time than it was last year, millions of people are expected to travel this weekend — in the air and on the ground.
If you are driving to your destination, the Utah Department of Transportation and AAA have some advice and tips to help you do it safely and without too much delay.
UDOT released an advisory on Wednesday detailing where drivers can expect delays for Labor Day weekend.
On Friday, Aug. 30, drivers can plan for delays on:
On Monday, Sept. 2, motorists can expect delays on:
Additionally, UDOT said it plans to suspend all construction and open all lanes for most projects throughout the state, but certain areas will leave lane restrictions in place. Those areas are:
AAA released a chart of the times they suggest are the best and the worst times to drive over the weekend. They are:
Thursday, Aug. 29
Friday, Aug. 30
Saturday, Aug. 31
Sunday, Sept. 1
Monday, Sept. 2
Tuesday, Sept. 3
AAA also has some tips for helping you get to your destination safely. They include:
1. Get your car inspected before your trip, and bring an extra set of keys — AAA said that it expects to help some 300,000 drivers over the weekend, with the most common problems being flat tires, dead batteries and being locked out. Get your car checked before your trip and bring a spare set of keys to avoid these problems.
2. If you do have car trouble, follow these instructions:
3. Move over for roadside workers and stranded motorists. If you see emergency lights, hazard lights, or anyone else on the side of the road, slow down and give them room.
4. Advice to help avoid roadside collisions: