The road to Grandma’s house is about to get a lot busier. That is why the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) recommends planning ahead for heavy traffic, delays and potential winter weather this Thanksgiving — wherever pumpkin pies and stuffing may lead you.

Millions of people are expected to travel Washington’s highways, waterways, trains and shared use paths over the holiday weekend, WSDOT said in a news release. The agency anticipates delays on major routes — such as Interstate 90, US 2 and I-5 — as well as long ferry lines. Consult the agency’s holiday travel charts before heading out. The charts help determine the best times to travel, including times to avoid if possible.

Most construction will be paused over the four-day weekend to help reduce congestion. WSDOT

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