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Although summer is perhaps the best time to enjoy the open road, it's also the peak of construction season across the country. Sometimes there's no way of knowing when a construction zone might sneak up on you. If this happens, there's no reason to become stressed or scramble for a last minute detour. There isn't always a way to avoid these areas, so just sit tight and follow the rules of the road.

It might seem like common knowledge, but you should always abide by the speed limit when approaching a construction zone. Some officers might be somewhat lenient on frequently-traveled highways, but in construction areas they usually won't make any exceptions. Also, you have the workers to consider. More often than not, crews are often moving from place to place and you can never tell when one might cross the road in front of you. For this reason, it's imperative that you keep the entire road in your field of view and obey the speed limit.

The main highways and interstates often provide some additional warnings or information for travelers when it comes to construction work. You can either listen to the local radio stations for traffic information or refer to websites like the Department of Transportation.