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MDOT reminds motorists to be alert for deer

JACKSON, MISS. – As the season slowly changes to autumn, the days get shorter, and deer become more active and visible on Mississippi roadways. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) reminds motorists to take precautions to avoid collisions with deer. “There…

MDOT responds to impacts from Hurricane Francine

JACKSON, MISS. – Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) crews worked last night and into the morning to respond to impacts from Hurricane Francine as the storm moved through the state after making landfall on Wednesday, Sept. 11 in Louisiana. The storm…

MDOT encourages marine traffic to shelter TODAY

HATTIESBURG, MISS. – As Tropical Storm Francine nears the Gulf Coast, the Mississippi Department of Transportation advises any boats that need to shelter on the back bay or need to move inland via one of the drawbridges on the Mississippi Gulf…

MDOT kicks off Road to Game Day 2024

JACKSON, MISS. – Hey, football fans! Gearing up for the season requires a game plan, and through the “Road to Game Day” campaign, the Mississippi Department of Transportation is sharing its playbook to get you to kickoff safely. To avoid congestion…

MDOT remembers Hurricane Katrina 19 years later

HATTIESBURG, MISS. – It’s been nearly 20 years since Hurricane Katrina made landfall, but the storm continues to shape life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. On the 19th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, the Mississippi Department of Transportation urges residents to have…

MDOT offering resources for hurricane season

Hurricane Season started on June 1st. MDOT is offering free resources available for download to help Mississippians prepare for any upcoming hurricanes. The agency is offering a hurricane emergency checklist…

Travel safely Memorial Day Weekend

JACKSON, MISS. - - As the summer travel season of 2024 approaches, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) encourages drivers to prepare their vehicles for safe and pleasurable journeys leading up to Memorial Day Weekend. "It's important to prepare your car for…

Lane closure near Menge Avenue Thursday

According to MDOT, the left lane westbound on I-10 before Menge Avenue exit 24 will be closed Thursday, April 25th. Crews will be working from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the overhead bridge deck. The traffic impact could be…