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January 23, 2026

AAA Urges Winter Drivers to Prep Vehicles and Plan Ahead as Snow and Ice Make Roads Dangerous

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With snow, ice, and sleet creating hazardous travel conditions, AAA – The Auto Club Group is urging drivers to take proactive steps to stay safe on winter roads. AAA notes winter weather can be deadly, citing U.S. Department of Transportation figures showing 1,300 people are killed and 116,000 injured each year in crashes on snowy or icy pavement.

November 22, 2025

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GDOT Suspends Lane Closures for Thanksgiving Travel to Reduce Congestion

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The Georgia Department of Transportation has released its official Thanksgiving holiday travel forecast and announced plans to suspend interstate and major state route lane closures to help ease congestion for millions of travelers hitting the road next week.