I-75 travelers are now faced with repercussions of the nationwide Coronavirus outbreak. State Departments of Transportation are making adjustments to Welcome Center, service plaza and rest area protocols to help prevent further spread of the disease while at the same time attempting to accommodate travelers needs if possible. Below is a summary of the operational status of individual I-75 state rest areas.
Michigan:
Updated Monday, May 4, 2020 — “Michigan Welcome Centers are closed until further notice.”
Some I-75 Rest Areas remain open with limited services.
“The state is taking proactive steps to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in Michigan. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in reducing the coronavirus risk to Michigan residents.”
Ohio:
Updated Monday, May 4, 2020: “We’re asking you to limit your travel, but for those who cannot, like truckers, our rest areas remain open. We’re doing more frequent cleaning and sanitizing to combat the spread of COVID-19. We’ve also posted signs reminding visitors to wash their hands.”
Ohio DOT to temporarily allow food trucks at rest areas.
Kentucky:
Updated Monday, May 4, 2020: Open and operating, with limited services.
Tennessee:
Updated Monday, May 4, 2020: Open and operating, with limited services.
Georgia:
Updated Monday, May 4, 2020: “The lobby area in each of Georgia’s nine Welcome Centers will be closed until further notice to help combat the threat of COVID-19. Outside restrooms will remain available to the public. Rest areas throughout the state remain open, providing important rest stops for drivers. Restrooms in both rest areas and welcome centers will be regularly deep cleaned throughout the day between the hours of 7 AM and 11 PM.”
Florida:
Updated Monday, May 4, 2020: Rest areas are open and operating with limited services.
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