The Arizona Department of Transportation has announced no freeway projects are scheduled for the next three weekends now that the holiday-travel season is underway.

Between Friday afternoon and Monday morning for the next three weeks, no full closures are scheduled, but holiday travel could result in heavier-than-normal traffic at times, ADOT officials said.

“ADOT advises drivers to be prepared and ‘expect the unexpected’ while focusing on safe driving,” a release stated.

Packing an emergency kit for longer trips can come in handy if drivers encounter unscheduled stops for car trouble and accidents, and ADOT suggests:

• Extra bottled water.
• Snack foods.
• A flashlight and extra batteries.
• Blankets.
• Warm clothing.
• First aid kit.

Drivers and passengers also should remember prescription medications and items such as a cellphone charger in case of unexpected travel delays, according to ADOT.