EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) – Larger travel waves can lead to increased traffic due to a variety of factors.
Things like daylight saving time or car problems are just some of the things to watch out for.
It is recommended that you always have your car checked for tire pressure, wiper fluid, and full gas tank. Even including a trunk full of essential items like a blanket, extra hats or gloves, and even a shovel in case of emergency.
“Well, winter is coming. Which means driving in winter. » said Ryan Roth.
Ryan Roth is a state trooper with the Wisconsin State Patrol.
He says there are things to prepare for this holiday season on the road, with a high accident rate in Wisconsin.
“Winter weather is a major contributing factor to thousands of accidents in our state each year, many of which result in fatalities. Hundreds of dead, thousands injured. » said Private Roth.
AAA says it expects nearly 80 million people to travel during Thanksgiving.
If you're one of those 80 million people, check outside before you leave.
“Know your travel route, use 5-1-1 to review your road conditions and weather conditions. » said Private Roth.
Once you're prepped and ready to go, it's very important to have enough good old gasoline.
Agreeing with this, Trooper Roth said, “And have gas, it's good for your car to keep it above half tank, and that way if you fall into the ditch, you can clear the snow from your exhaust and then keep your car. run to charge your cell phone or stay warm.
Yesterday's Gas Buddy stats show it's a great time to travel by car, taking advantage of lower gas prices in Wisconsin.
With the cheapest gas station in Wisconsin priced at $2.54/gallon yesterday, and the most expensive being $3.35/gallon.
Additionally, gas prices in Wisconsin are $0.14/gallon lower than last month and $0.191/gallon lower than last year.
Trooper Roth adds several basic things to consider, like wearing your seat belt, keeping a proper distance from snowy or rainy vehicles and of course, driving sober.
Trooper Roth said, “I want everyone to be home this holiday season visiting family. Do not visit anyone in hospital.
Additionally, if you're looking to avoid crowds when traveling for the holiday, one transportation data and information provider suggests that the worst car travel times during Thanksgiving are Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons.
The best time to hit the road is on Thanksgiving Day, when highways and interstates are generally clear and travelers don't come into conflict with commuters.
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