The wildfires that ravaged Los Angeles and New Jersey may seem extreme and unlikely examples of loss, but according to the U.S. Census Bureau, fires, tornados and other natural disasters force more than two million people from their homes each year. With spring storms expected to roll across the state this week, AAA reminds homeowners to plan and prepare for …
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Rain Factors in More Crashes than Other Adverse Weather Conditions
Thunderstorms can produce heavy downpours and AAA is urging motorists to be prepared and to remain cautious if driving. The weather forecast calls for rain this weekend. According to research by the US Department of Transportation, rain, snow, sleet and fog are a factor in more than 1.2 million police-reported crashes, 425,000 injuries and more than 5,000 traffic deaths per …
Read More »AAA rescued more than 230,000 stranded Ohioans drivers this winter
Although the calendar is flipping to spring, the temperature says winter still has a grip on Ohio. And drivers had a challenging season as AAA’s Roadside Rescue Team came to the aid of more than 230,000 Ohio drivers this winter, with many calls related to dead batteries and flat tires. Based on the types of calls received, a clear picture …
Read More »AAA: This St. Patrick’s Day – Designate a Driver
– Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day and everyone is responsible for having a plan to get home safely after celebrating with family and friends. AAA urges those who take part in the revelry to have a plan before getting behind the wheel. Beer and booze don’t mix when it comes to driving – in fact, they can be …
Read More »AAA Urges Caution as We Spring Forward to Daylight Saving Time
As parts of the U.S. prepare to “spring forward” with the onset of Daylight Saving on Sunday, AAA is reminding drivers to stay focused behind the wheel. With the time change impacting sleep patterns and daylight hours, drivers and pedestrians may be at a greater risk of the dangers associated with drowsy driving. According to the latest data from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), nearly 78% of …
Read More »AAA: New Requirements for 2025 Domestic and International Travel
A new year means new travel plans for many people. Whether you’re looking ahead to a dream vacation, family reunion, or holiday travel plans, there are new travel requirements taking effect in 2025 that travelers – domestic and international – should be aware of. United Kingdom (UK) Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) All U.S. citizens traveling to or through the UK …
Read More »AAA: Record 19 Million Americans Projected to Cruise This Year
Today is National Plan for Vacation Day, where travelers are encouraged to plan for vacation. Each year, Americans leave more than 600 million vacation days unused. But when it comes to taking a vacation, it is the planners of the world who get the job done. Vacation Trend For those looking for a trendy vacation, 2025 is expected to be the third …
Read More »Cold Can Be Costly: Frozen Pipes Can
As temperatures plunge this week, AAA Insurance is encouraging homeowners to take preventative measures to protect against the costly damage caused by burst pipes. The forecast for Ohio this week calls for temps to plunge down into the teens and down into single digits in some areas. “This week’s severe winter weather can raise havoc not just for roadways, but …
Read More »Travel Continues to Set Records Thru End of Year
A strong desire to travel has been driving holiday travel volume all year and the end of the year holiday travel season is no exception. In a nutshell, the overall End of Year travel for 2024 surpasses travel numbers from previous years for End of the Year data. The majority of people will drive; airports will be busy this year …
Read More »AAA: More than 3 Million Ohioans Plan to Travel this Thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving AAA estimates more than 3.2 million Ohioans will travel for the holiday – that is 2.1% more than the previous year. Of those traveling, nearly 3 million Ohioans will travel by car, more 275,000 by plane and another 94,000 are traveling by other means, which includes buses, cruises and rail. This will be the highest Thanksgiving travel volume since …
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