Record Memorial Day Travel Expected on Roads and in Airports
TL;DR
The TSA screened a record 2.95 million passengers on Friday, marking the busiest single day in its history as Americans hit the roads and skies for Memorial Day weekend. AAA projects 43.8 million people will travel, with 38.4 million driving, the highest since 2000. Severe weather, including thunderstorms and tornadoes, may impact travel plans. Travelers are advised to prepare for delays and leave early to avoid congestion.
- Memorial Day weekend travel crowds roads and planes NPR
- Four charts explaining the expected Memorial Day travel rush CNN
- Memorial Day weekend could see its most travelers in nearly 20 years Axios
- 3 million people will pass through airport security today, TSA says WCVB Boston
- When and where is the worst Twin Cities traffic on Memorial Day weekend? CBS News
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