Commuter Alert: Prepare for Thursday Night Football

On Thursday night, thousands of Washington football fans will travel to FedEx Field for the NFL team’s game. Kickoff time is 8:25 p.m. against the New York Giants.

Officials with the Maryland State Highway Administration urge drivers to plan ahead for the evening commute.

Traffic conditions will be monitored by SHA emergency traffic patrols and operations managers. Emergency response units will patrol interstates routes in search of stranded drivers and respond to incidents.

Here are a few travel tips for both game attendees and area commuters:

· Carpool: Share a ride with area co-workers or your fellow football fans.

· Take transit: Ride the Metro or the local city or county bus to reach your destinations.

· Plan alternate routes: To avoid delays in the Largo area, drivers are encouraged to use other area state routes.

· Be “road ready”: Wear your seatbelts. Have a full tank of gas, properly inflated tires, and a fully charged cellular device if needed, and plenty of patience.

· Designate a driver to get your team home safely.

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