Guilford County, NC – Drivers across Guilford County should expect traffic delays today, Monday, January 19, as the Monks Walk for Peace continues through the area, drawing large crowds and increased roadside activity.
According to the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office, the walking pilgrimage is passing through the county throughout the day, with intermittent slowdowns expected along the monks’ route due to pedestrian movement, spectators, and law enforcement safety measures.
Officials emphasized that for everyone’s safety, approaching or interacting with the monks while they are actively walking is not permitted. Residents may observe from the side of the roadway, but public interaction is only allowed during designated meet-and-greet stops, which are announced by organizers.
The Walk for Peace confirmed earlier Monday morning that Day 86 of the journey began in Thomasville, North Carolina, with monks traveling north toward High Point and Greensboro as part of their ongoing, multi-state walk promoting peace and mindfulness.
Law enforcement is asking drivers to plan ahead, slow down, and remain alert, especially in areas where crowds may gather unexpectedly. Short-term delays are expected to move throughout the day as the group progresses along its route rather than remaining in one fixed location.
Residents are encouraged to follow Walk for Peace on social media for live map updates and stop locations, and to use alternate routes when possible if traveling through affected corridors.
Anyone commuting through central Guilford County or nearby communities should allow extra time and remain patient as the event moves through the area.
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