What Florida Drivers Should Know Before Thanksgiving Travel

Thanksgiving week is one of the busiest travel periods of the year, and Florida roads see a major jump in traffic as families head out for holiday plans. Whether you’re driving across the state or just a few miles down the road, it helps to know what conditions to expect.

1. The Wednesday before Thanksgiving is the biggest travel day. Florida state data show that travel times can rise by as much as 80% compared to a normal weekday.

2. The Orlando–Tampa I-4 corridor sees the heaviest slowdowns. This stretch consistently ranks as one of the most congested areas during the holiday week, with long delays and unpredictable stop-and-go traffic.

3. The danger window runs from 2PM to 6PM Afternoon rush combines with early holiday departures, creating dense traffic that increases the likelihood of sudden stops and bottlenecks.

4. Sudden slowdowns and distracted driving cause most holiday-week accidents. Rear-end collisions make up a large portion of Thanksgiving-period crashes. Staying alert, keeping a safe following distance, and avoiding phone use can greatly reduce your risk.

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If an accident disrupts your holiday plans, you don’t have to handle it alone. Seidule Law is here to help Florida drivers navigate the aftermath of an injury crash and move forward with confidence.