(WHTM) — The Pennsylvania Turnpike Fee (PTC) is gearing up for what has been traditionally the busiest journey season of the yr.
The PTC states that over 3 million persons are anticipated to drive inside or via the commonwealth through the holidays. Site visitors is anticipated to be 2.3% increased on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in comparison with 2022.
Under is what the PTC challenge visitors will likely be like between Tuesday, Nov. 21, and Sunday, Nov. 26.
| 2023 | Projected Motorists |
| Tuesday, November 21, 2023 | 675,000 |
| Wednesday, November 22, 2023 | 690,000 |
| Thursday, November 23, 2023 | 360,000 |
| Friday, November 24, 2023 | 535,000 |
| Saturday, November 25, 2023 | 545,000 |
| Sunday, November 26, 2023 | 525,000 |
| PROJECTED TOTAL: | 3,330,000 |
Because of the vacation journey season, turnpike crews are suspending work starting at 5 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 21 till 11 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 26. All lanes in every course will likely be open and in a position to accommodate heavier visitors volumes.
As well as, additional upkeep personnel will likely be patrolling the roadway, together with Pennsylvania State Police.