Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) updates for the Upper Peninsula. On duty: Dan
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MDOT Upper Peninsula retweeted
Drivers: watch for little ghouls & goblins this Halloween. Trick or treaters: cross safely. Remember, we are on this road together. Michigan.gov/WalkSafe.
ALT Image of a road sign during Halloween with the text "Monsters Crossing."
MDOT Upper Peninsula retweeted
MDOT and OHSP reminder: Be alert and safe as clocks "fall back" on Sunday michigan.gov/mdot/news-outre…
ALT Streaks of light on a freeway at dusk.
MDOT Upper Peninsula retweeted
Expect quiet and mainly dry weather across the U.P. today through the weekend. Saturday should provide some good trick-or-treat weather with temperatures in the 50s. #906wx #miwx
ALT Graphic showing the U.P. forecast for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Background image is fall foliage.
MDOT Upper Peninsula retweeted
Cooler conditions today, gives way to above normal temps into early next week. Mainly dry weather will continue through Monday, with rain chances returning Monday night and beyond. Current trends support very good weather for trick-or-treating Halloween evening.
MDOT Upper Peninsula retweeted
As this year’s road construction season draws to a close, this week’s edition of the Talking Michigan Transportation podcast focuses on some of the major MDOT projects nearing completion on state trunklines. buzzsprout.com/1374205/episo…
ALT Freeway traffic.
MDOT Upper Peninsula retweeted
MDOT has the following open positions:
Intelligent Transportation Systems Manager in #Lansing ($55.55 - $81.99/hr): governmentjobs.com/careers/m…
Transportation Technician in #CrystalFalls ($25.47 - $41.63/hr): governmentjobs.com/careers/m…
#MDOTJobs #MIGovJobs
ALT Engineer looks at project schematics on a wall in an office.
MDOT Upper Peninsula retweeted
As part of the SAFER by 2030 initiative to reduce fatalities on Michigan roadways by 30 percent by 2030, the OHSP provides safe-driving information to citizens and groups through its Traffic Safety Materials Catalog. To review available items and place an order, please visit tinyurl.com/OHSPCatalog
Learn more about SAFER by 2030 at michigan.gov/SAFERby2030
ALT Image of two semi-trucks traveling in an urban setting.
MDOT Upper Peninsula retweeted
Mostly dry weather is favored heading into the Halloweekend save for some spotty lake effect rain showers in the far eastern UP on Friday. Warmer than normal temperatures persist through the end of October into early November. #906wx #miwx
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MDOT Upper Peninsula retweeted
Rain showers, perhaps a rumble of thunder, will diminish this morning. By 2 pm, any rain should be done, and cloud cover will be decreasing. Some rain showers may return tonight to the eastern UP. Quiet weather ahead for several days after that, including Halloween.
MDOT Upper Peninsula retweeted
Another warm October day is anticipated with breezy southerly winds and highs pushing the 60s to near 70 degrees. Tonight, a cold front sweeps across the area bringing widespread showers and a few thunderstorms through early Thursday. #906wx #MIwx
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MDOT Upper Peninsula retweeted
A bit more sunshine today, with record warm temperatures possible. Shower chances return tonight, with an outside shot at some rumbles of thunder. Showers taper Thursday with cooler (but still above normal) temperatures Friday and Saturday. Somewhat milder for Sunday.
MDOT Upper Peninsula retweeted
@MackinacBridge Authority to meet Nov. 6 in St. Ignace michigan.gov/mdot/news-outre…
ALT Large bridge at dusk.
MDOT Upper Peninsula retweeted
An active weather pattern through the midweek brings multiple chances for light rain and a temperature roller coaster ride. Find your site specific forecast at weather.gov/forecastpoints #906wx #MIwx
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MDOT Upper Peninsula retweeted
Largely quiet weather through the work week by late October standards in northern Michigan. Cloudy today with perhaps a sprinkle or two in northwest lower and eastern upper. Mild and dry Wednesday before rain shower chances build Wednesday night into Thursday. Dry again Friday.
MDOT Upper Peninsula retweeted
Unsecured loads not only endanger you, but also other drivers and pedestrians. Each year, more than 700 people are killed and 17,000 more are injured because of objects in the road.
Tips for securing your cargo properly:
- Tie it down with rope, netting or straps.
- Tie large objects directly to your vehicle or trailer.
- Consider covering the entire load with a sturdy tarp or netting.
- Do not load excessive amounts of cargo in or on your vehicle or trailer.
- Always double-check your load to make sure it’s secure.
Video: youtube.com/watch?v=V7_J7Xg4…
ALT Image of a truck traveling down a two-lane road where a toolbox and debris have fallen on the road with the text "Secure your load."
REMINDER: Signal change coming this week in Houghton.
M-26/Canal Road intersection traffic signal in Houghton to go into flash mode Oct. 28 michigan.gov/mdot/news-outre…
