MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Higher gas prices might be putting a slight dent in Memorial Day travel plans across Wisconsin.
AAA says about 834‑thousand Wisconsinites are still expected to travel at least 50 miles over the holiday weekend, though that’s down slightly from last year. More than 744‑thousand will drive, while tens of thousands more are expected to fly or take other transportation. AAA says rising fuel costs are pushing some travelers to shorten trips or stay closer to home.
The statewide average for gas is now about $4.38 a gallon, up from $2.92 a year ago. Drivers should expect the heaviest traffic Thursday and Friday afternoons, and again on Memorial Day Monday.