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Arizona residents who are ready to hit the road for Labor Day weekend will be pleased to learn there are no freeway closures planned.
Improvement projects and freeway closures will not be scheduled between the afternoon of Sept. 4 through the late night of Sept. 7, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.
Though there are no construction closures scheduled on state highways over the Labor Day weekend, ADOT would like to remind drivers to use these helpful tips while on the road:
- Avoid distractions. Don’t text while driving. Eyes up, phones down.
- Check your vehicle, including tire pressure and engine fluid levels.
- Get some rest before traveling. Fatigue is a serious safety risk.
- Never drive while impaired. Buckle up and obey speed limits.
- Arrange for a designated driver or ride service if necessary.
- If towing a trailer, secure chains so they are not dragging on pavement and creating sparks that might start a brush fire.
- Avoid stopping in areas with grasses and brush. Hot vehicle components could start a fire.
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This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: What freeways are closed for Labor Day weekend?
