INDIANAPOLIS — AAA predicts at least 45 million people will travel in the U.S. this year for Memorial Day weekend, more than 960,000 of those from Indiana.
As Hoosiers hit the road for Memorial Day weekend, Gov. Mike Braun and INDOT are warning drivers of increased traffic expected across the state and are urging them to plan, allow extra travel time, and prioritize safety.
“This coming weekend, state highways and interstates will be very busy with holiday travel and extra traffic heading to and from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Indianapolis 500,” said Gov. Mike Braun. “I encourage everyone to allow plenty of time, plan their routes, and drive safely to their destinations.”
Beginning at noon on Friday, May 22, INDOT will lift existing road closures and restrictions on state highways, U.S. routes, and interstates to help ease congestion where it is safe to do so. Longer-term closures for ongoing construction projects will remain in place.
Visit 511in.org or download the INDOT TrafficWise app on your mobile device to see current closures and restrictions, view traffic cameras, and plan your route.
INDOT construction and maintenance activities will resume on Tuesday morning, May 26.
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