Experts are warning New Yorkers that traveling on New York state highways will take about 70 percent longer than usual. It's not the construction's fault.
If you've driven across a New York State highway recently, you've probably noticed construction.
Paving projects in Orange County, New York
Shovel loaded with alphalt ready for paving
This week, New York State Governor Kathy Hokle announced a $36.6 million pavement improvement project for the Orange County Thruway (I-87).
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Construction is expected to cover 12 miles of Interstate 87. Starting just north of Exit 16 in Woodbury (Harriman – U.S. Route 6 – New York State Route 17) and exit 17 in Newburgh (Newburgh – Scranton – I-84 – New York State Route 17K and 300) line).
Drivers are being told to expect “lane closures,” “changes in traffic,” and “stoppages” on Interstate 87 this weeknight.
Travel time on New York State highways increased by nearly 70% over Memorial Day weekend.
But that's not why traveling on New York State highways this weekend is expected to be a nightmare.
AAA believes peak-hour driving times on New York state highways will be 64% longer.
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Expected traffic nightmare on New York State Highways, New York City, Hudson Valley, Albany
New York State Thruway/I-87 road sign.
Peak congestion is expected on the New York State Expressway from New York City through the Hudson Valley to Albany.
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AAA also expects 2.8 million New Yorkers to travel over the upcoming holiday weekend, a new record.
The agency predicts that 43.8 million people will travel more than 50 miles over Memorial Day weekend, which is just below the record set in 2005.
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The best and worst times to drive in New York over Memorial Day weekend
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