To help ease travel during the busy holiday weekend, temporary lane closures for road and bridge construction projects on New York State highways will be suspended beginning 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 27 to 6:00 a.m. on Monday, December 2. New York State’s Drivers First Initiative prioritizes the convenience of motorists to minimize traffic congestion and travel delays due to road and bridge work. Some work may continue behind permanent concrete barriers, or for emergency repairs.
New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez said, “The Thanksgiving holiday is one of the busiest times of the year as motorists drive throughout the state to see their families and friends. In order to make travel easier and safer for everyone, we will be suspending construction activities through the holiday weekend as law enforcement agencies focus their efforts on road safety measures. We all want to get to our gatherings and celebrations safely, which is why we need motorists to make safe driving practices their top priority. First and foremost, this means do not drive if you are impaired; buckle up, put your phone down and pay attention to your driving. Let’s all do our part to ensure a happy and safe Thanksgiving for all New Yorkers.”
Regardless of lane closures, drivers must follow the State’s Move Over Law, which was expanded in March to require drivers to slow down and move over for all vehicles stopped along the roadway. The Thruway Authority and New York State Department of Transportation urge motorists to stay alert while driving, slow down and move over when they see a vehicle on the side of the road. The lives of employees, roadway workers and emergency personnel are in their hands.
Text stops, including park-and-ride facilities, rest stops, service areas and parking areas along state highways, support the State’s effort to reduce distracted driving. All text stops will remain open, providing locations where drivers can safely and conveniently use their phones and other mobile devices for calling, texting, navigating and accessing mobile apps. Texting while driving is especially dangerous, as it requires motorists to take their eyes off the road, hands off the wheel and mind off driving.
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