No highway closures scheduled for Memorial Day weekend

Travelers throughout Arizona can breathe a sigh of relief. The Arizona Department of Transportation will not be scheduling highway closures over Memorial Day weekend.

From Friday afternoon through late Monday night, May 27, ADOT will not schedule closures on state-maintained highways, including Phoenix-area freeways.

During the 2018 Memorial Day weekend, seven fatal crashes with a total of eight deaths on Arizona roadways, including local streets, were reported.

ADOT offered the following highway safety recommendations:

Never drive while impaired – arrange for a designated driver in advance Buckle up and obey speed limits Check your vehicle, including tire pressure Get some rest before traveling – fatigue is a serious safety risk Allow extra travel time and be prepared for unscheduled closures Avoid distractions – don’t text while driving Pack extra supplies, including drinking water and snack foods Don’t park in areas with grasses or brush – hot vehicle components could start a fire