As students prepare to return to school, drivers are urged to stay alert and use caution on the roads.

“Traffic tends to spike during the first days of school as many parents opt to drive their children,” said Adrienne Woodland, spokesperson for AAA-The Auto Club Group. “We advise adding 30 minutes to your morning commute. Drivers running late are more prone to speeding, which endangers lives.”

According to a recent AAA survey, more than half of Michiganders regularly drive through school zones or by school bus stops during their daily routes. Here are the ABCs of school safety zones for drivers:

A — Avoid distractions.

Stay focused on the road. No texting, eating or multitasking while driving.

B — Brake for safety.

Slow down and stay alert. School zones are unpredictable, so be read

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