Kirk Preston Watson - Mayor of Austin, Texas | Twitter
Kirk Preston Watson - Mayor of Austin, Texas | Twitter
Former U.S. President J. Donald Trump is scheduled to visit Austin on Friday, October 25, 2024. The visit is expected to cause traffic delays due to potential road closures in the area.
All lanes of HWY 71, including frontage lanes between HWY 183 and Woodward Street, are anticipated to be closed. Similarly, all lanes of HWY-183 between HWY 71 and Burleson Road will be closed for the event. However, no closures are planned on IH-35.
Community members are encouraged to "please be patient if you find yourself within the route, as we understand the inconvenience this may cause."
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) advises passengers and employees who need to reach the airport in the afternoon to plan for alternative routes and allocate sufficient time for travel.
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