We have just received a traffic alert at approximately 8 a.m. Here is that release:
For Immediate Release
Carrie Adams, MDOT public affairs, (601)359-7017
MDOT Urges Motorists to Avoid I-10
JACKSON, MISS., Sunday, August 31, 2008---The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) would like to announce the following traffic alert.
Traffic is severely congested along the Mississippi Gulf Coast at this time. There are major delays from the Biloxi-Ocean Springs area to the Mobile Tunnel.
Evacuees will not be allowed to enter Alabama on I-10 eastbound but will be diverted north on Highway 63 into Mississippi at Exit 69.
MDOT urges motorists to call for traffic information and log onto our website at MSTraffic.com. The Call Center hotline number is 1-866-521-MDOT (6368).
