Hartford, CT – Travelers across Connecticut should expect increased patrols on major highways this week as the Connecticut State Police launch their annual Thanksgiving traffic enforcement campaign.
According to Connecticut State Police Troop F in Westbrook, troopers are partnering with the Department of Motor Vehicles and Department of Transportation to focus on highway safety during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
Enforcement will begin Monday, November 24, with work-zone patrols on I-91 northbound near Windsor and I-84 eastbound through Southington. On Tuesday, November 25, Troop I will monitor I-91 southbound near Wallingford and North Haven. By Wednesday, November 26, Troop F will lead “fatal mitigation enforcement” along Route 9 southbound from Haddam to the I-95 interchange and on I-95 from Westbrook through Old Lyme.
Officials say the goal is to reduce crashes, speeding, and impaired driving during Thanksgiving week, when road congestion and travel times are at seasonal highs.
Motorists are encouraged to plan extra time, obey posted limits, and report unsafe driving. State Police added they are thankful for the public’s cooperation and wish everyone a safe and healthy holiday week.
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