Alabama roadways are expected to be packed this Thanksgiving week, as AAA projects the highest holiday travel volume ever recorded and safety officials warn that traffic delays and preventable breakdowns could disrupt travel plans for many families.

According to the national forecast from AAA, an estimated 81.8 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home between November 25 and December 1, marking the busiest Thanksgiving travel period to date. Nearly 90% of those travelers are expected to drive, a trend strengthened by recent disruptions to airline schedules across the country.

Key safety reminders for Alabama drivers come from AAA Alabama spokesperson Clay Ingram. He cautions that traffic will move slower than usual during peak travel times and that heavy congestion incre

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