Thanksgiving Traffic Surge Expected in Atlanta as GDOT Urges Safety and Planning

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Heavier traffic is anticipated in Atlanta due to Thanksgiving, peaking between noon and 6 p.m. on Wednesday and again from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, as reported by the Georgia Department of Transportation. To alleviate congestion, lane closures on interstates and major routes will be suspended from 5 a.m. Wednesday through 10 p.m. Sunday. The Georgia Department of Public Safety emphasizes the importance of road safety during this period, urging travelers to buckle up and avoid distractions, as 23 fatalities were recorded during last year's holiday period.