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ODOT officials say that you should pla n ahead for extra busy roads this Thanksgiving holiday weekend

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Eugene, OR – State officials also said that the Oregon-Oregon State football game in Eugene falls on a Friday this year when many folks may head to their favorite shopping destinations.

Kickoff is at 5:30 p.m., so consider that when planning your route.

Before you leave home, pack extra supplies in your car in case you are delayed on your trip.

Snacks, water, warm clothes and a phone charger can make delays easier and safer.

Take a look at Tripcheck.com before you leave and use it to plan the best route. With over 700 cameras and live traffic updates, Tripcheck.com will help see current conditions no matter where you plan to go.

The forecast in Western Oregon doesn’t call for troublesome weather but conditions can change rapidly and travelers should always watch the forecast carefully before hitting the road.

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