Michigan Road Construction This Weekend to Avoid

Author Anne Erickson

June 21st 1:33 PM

It’s the season for Michigan road construction. We do need to get the roads in shape, but road construction can be really annoying. It can also mess with your weekend travel plans. It’s a good idea to know what you’re getting into when it comes to Michigan road construction before you leave your house, so you can plan for delays and detours. There happens to be a lot of construction this weekend, so make not if you’re hitting the road, like I am.

Michigan Road Construction This Weekend

One thing to note is that due to the extreme heat, you should be even more prepared for Michigan road construction issues that might keep you in your vehicle for longer than anticipated. It can be dangerous to be stuck in your vehicle for too long in hot weather, so be safe, have an emergency kit and make sure your car is up-to-date with servicing and ready for the road.

According to the Michigan Department of Transportation, there are more than 40 closures on tap for this weekend across the state. So, if you’re traveling far, chances are you’ll run into one of these construction projects. I’ll be driving around Detroit on Saturday and will definitely keep this list handy. Some of the biggest closures and projects this weekend include on I-94 in southwest Michigan, I-75 in Oakland and Genesee counties and around the Mackinac Bridge. Below are several major road projects to watch out for this weekend. If you hit one of these, remember to drive slowly and follow signage on where to go. Find a full tally of road projects and via MDOT’s online map and construction list.

I-94 in Wayne County will have two lanes closed in each direction between I-75 and M-10. The closures will take place from 8 p.m. Friday through 5 a.m. Monday.

I-96 in Livingston County will have the two westbound lanes of I-96 between Dorr Road and M-59 closed from 8 p.m. Friday through 6 a.m. Monday.

I-96 in Ionia County will have both directions closed at Jordan Lake Road from 8 p.m. Friday and through 5 a.m. Monday.

I-75 in Oakland County will have a full highway closure from 8 p.m. Friday and through 5 a.m. Monday for those driving northbound.

I-94 in Macomb County will have its right lane closed for eastbound traffic at at 10 Mile Road from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.

The Mackinac Bridge will have the left lane of I-75 closed between Hebron Townhall Road and U.S. 31. This one is here to stay, as it’s expected to be this way into the fall.

US-127/I-496 in Ingham County will see Forest Road under US-127 closed to begin rebuilding the overpass. This is ongoing and the estimated end date is Friday, Sept. 27.

7 Severe Weather Safety Tips That May Save Your Life

• 1. Know the Difference Between an Advisory, Watch and Warning

  A weather advisory, watch and warning all need to be taken seriously. So, what do they mean? According to the National Weather Service, “a warning is issued when a hazardous weather or hydrologic event is occurring, imminent or likely.” A watch is where “the risk of a hazardous weather or hydrologic event has increased significantly, but its occurrence, location or timing is still uncertain.” Finally, an advisory means, “hazardous weather or hydrologic event is occurring, imminent or likely.”

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• 2. Stay Inside at All Costs

  During a severe thunderstorm, and any severe weather event, the best thing to do is stay inside and sheltered. “The best defense against thunderstorms is to stay inside a sturdy building or shelter that can protect you from deadly lightning, large hail, damaging winds, flooding rain and tornadoes,” the National Weather Service says. Also, you don’t want to risk getting hit by lightning, like in the image below.

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• 3. Get Low and Protected

  During a tornado, get underground if possible. If you don’t have a basement, get to the lowest floor possible. Also, during a tornado, watch for flying and falling debris. The National Weather Service advises to “use pillows, blankets, coats, helmets, etc. to cover up and protect your head and body from flying debris.”

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• 4. Always Have an Emergency Kit

  Be prepared. Have a good emergency kit, both in your house and your car. For the car, “An emergency kit should include booster cables, shovel, tow rope, sand or cat litter, and a flashlight with extra batteries,” the National Weather Service says. “Do not forget a first aid kit, non-perishable food, and blankets or sleeping bags.”

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• 5. Stay Gassed Up

  This one my mom and dad always tell me to do. And, they’re right. “Keep your gas tank near full to avoid ice in the tank and fuel line,” the National Weather Service advises.

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• 6. Be Prepared for Heat, Too

  Heat can make for a severe weather event, too. So, dress appropriately when it gets really hot. “Lightweight, light-colored clothing reflects heat and sunlight, and helps your body maintain normal temperatures,” the National Weather Service says. They add to guzzle lots of “water or non-alcoholic fluids.”

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• 7. Don't Stick Around

  Sometimes, you just have to leave ahead of the storm to be safe. In the case of a hurricane, the National Weather Service says to “leave immediately if ordered.” They also say that if you are allowed to stay, to “take refuge in a small interior room, closet or hallway on the lowest level during the storm. Put as many walls between you and the outside as you can,” and “stay away from windows, skylights and glass doors.”

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• More tips

  Weather isn’t just about thunderstorms and tornados. Air quality is a big part of weather events these days, too. Be on the lookout for air quality alerts in your area. If you have respiratory issues, you should wear a mask when out and about in bad air quality. You should also say inside if the air quality is especially bad.

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• Be safe on the beach

  Even on a perfect weather day, if you’re at the beach, there are risks. The NOAA states, “To stay safe, you need to stay aware of the weather, the ocean, tide, and what is going on around you.” They add, “Storms, such as thunderstorms, tropical storms, and hurricanes far out at sea can create dangerous waves and currents at the beach, even on a sunny day!”
  

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