HOUSTON – Hello and welcome back! Spring break is here! Today kicks off spring break travel, and folks should expect heavier-than-normal traffic on the roads and at our local airports. Expedia data shows flight searches for March and April travel are up 40% compared to last year.
Most Houston-area kids will be off from March 13 through 17, so popular destinations like Hermann Park and the Museum District will be packed with families. Roads within a five-mile radius will see heavier congestion, so it’s best to plan your travel ahead of time. Here are some things to keep on top of mind this spring break as you prepare your family outings.
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This upcoming week is all about having fun, taking a break, but most importantly, staying safe.
Drive safely my friends,
KPRC 2 traffic expert
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Airports
Build in an extra hour to your airport arrival time so you can:
- Park
- Check in with your airline
- Complete the required TSA security screening
- Comfortably walk to your gate on time
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Weekend construction
- Katy Freeway: The westbound connector ramp to IH-610 West Loop/ US 290 direct connector will have a total closure on Saturday, March 11 from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Detour: Traffic will continue on IH-610 North Loop eastbound and use Exit No. 14 to Ella Boulevard. Traffic will then use U-Turn at Ella Boulevard and continue on IH-610 North Loop westbound entrance Ramp. Traffic will follow sign to US-290.
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