Expect Traffic on Texas Roads over the Holidays

Motor Vehicle Accidents

12/19/2011
Kay Van Wey
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Expect Traffic on Texas Roads over the Holidays

Today marks another busy holiday travel day. AAA Texas expects that 7.5 million Texas drivers will be on the roads starting today through the New Year holiday, travelling 50 miles or more from home.

Travel around Texas is expected to be up 2.6 percent from this time last year, and Texans are expected to travel an average of 817 miles over the holidays. But a fierce winter storm could delay travel in West Texas and around the state.

Prepare for Blizzard Conditions in West Texas

Blizzard conditions are expected in the panhandle of Texas as a winter storm moves through. Drivers should expect to encounter blowing snow and low visibility. Interstate 40 will be closed from eastern New Mexico into Texas.

Experts warn that this storm could be life-threatening, especially to those travelling on the roads. Areas around Amarillo are expecting to see as much as 18 inches of snow from this storm. Winds are expected to gust up into the 40 mph range and higher.

The storm will pass through Monday and be gone by the end of the day on Tuesday, but temperatures will stay below freezing, which means the roads will continue to be frozen, posing a danger to drivers. Any drivers planning to travel to West Texas should try to delay their travel. If you cannot delay your travel to the region, be sure to pack plenty of blankets, food, and water in case you break down on the road.

For more tips on holiday travel safety in Texas, visit www.vanweylaw.com.

Heavy Rain & Thunderstorms Expected in North Texas, Austin & Houston

The same storm system that is expected to cause havoc in West Texas will also be moving through the rest of Texas Monday evening into Tuesday morning. Drivers in North Texas can expect to see rain for much of the day Monday.

Austin and Houston drivers may see hail and strong winds from these storms. Drivers should plan to encounter potentially severe weather in these parts of Texas.

If you plan to travel during this busy holiday season, get tips on how to stay safe at www.vanweylaw.com. And remember to just put it down and stop distracted driving. The life you save may be your own.

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