MDOT urging travel safety over the Fourth of July weekend

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WXXV Staff,

With America’s 250th birthday on the horizon, the Mississippi Department of Transportation urges holiday travelers to make smart choices and prioritize safety.

To enjoy a safe and responsible holiday, MDOT recommends these following tips:

Plan ahead and designate a sober driver before drinking
If you are impaired, call a ride
If you see a drunk driver on the road, call local law enforcement
If you see someone who is about to drive under the influence, take their keys and help them make arrangements to get home safely

To provide maximum travel capacity and minimal construction delays, MDOT crews and contractors will halt all non-emergency lane closures from Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5.

While most construction work will pause, motorists should be aware that some lane closures will remain in place to protect the traveling public. Motorists are advised to treat them as an active work zone.