"Preparing for Chaos: Traffic and Safety Tips for the Upcoming Solar Eclipse"
The upcoming solar eclipse is expected to cause major traffic jams on at least 30 interstates as millions of people travel to the path of totality across 15 states from Texas to Maine. States like Ohio, Arkansas, and Texas are anticipating hundreds of thousands to millions of visitors, prompting the FHWA to advise travelers to plan ahead and stay longer to avoid heavy traffic. The Canadian side of Niagara Falls has declared a state of emergency in anticipation of up to 1 million visitors. With the eclipse set to occur on April 8, travelers are urged to prepare for potential traffic nightmares and plan their trips accordingly.