With the upcoming passing of the solar eclipse taking over our skies on Monday, the 21st, authorities are noting their concern over the possibility that our roadways will become quite a mess due to the distraction…
“It’s summer, so the interstate system is already going to be choked with traffic. And when you toss a once-in-a-century event like a total solar eclipse into the mix, it’s a recipe for disaster. Over 200 million people live within a day’s drive of the eclipse’s path, which means an untold number of eager eclipse-chasers will be hitting the roads in anticipation for this rare occurrence. The FHWA is already calling it “one of the largest driver distractions in years.”…” [ Read more here ]