MIAMI VALLEY — Summer is nearly over, and almost everyone is back in school. That means more traffic on the roads.
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As reported Thursday on News Center 7 Daybreak, we showed where drivers can expect the biggest delays, the best and worst times to leave, and how to avoid it all.
Drivers see more traffic on the road because school is back in session.
“I see more buses and we have to stop behind buses, that’s it,” said Loyal Wilson.
WHIO Traffic Reporter Jake Magnotta said buses and cars crowd the roads and cause delays.
“Try to get there before the buses run or after the buses run,” said Wilson.
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Magnotta says one of the busiest areas is on Woodman Drive at U.S. 35 at Riverside.
Spinning Hills Middle School is near there. It gets busy between 8 and 9 a.m. and then in the afternoon between 3 and 6 p.m.
One alternate route for drivers could be Smithville Road.
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Another major problem spot is Far Hills Avenue through Oakwood.
Oakwood Middle and High School are along this route. Magnotta says many students walk to school and it is important to be patient and alert.
“Just keep an eye out for the little kids,” said Wilson. “It’s new to a lot of them and they’re not really paying attention.”
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In Centerville, Main and Franklin Streets are busy when school starts and ends.
Magnotta says people getting to Centerville High School and work make getting to your destination difficult.
Drivers can take Paragon Road to avoid any major delays.
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In Greene County, North Fairfield Road at Interstate 675 is busy during the morning and afternoon drives.
Wright State University and the Mall at Fairfield Commons are big attractions. An alternate route for drivers is Grange Hall Road.
Dayton Yellow Springs Road near Fairborn Middle School is also a busy place.
The busiest times are between 7 and 8 a.m. and when school lets out.
If you are looking for an alternate route, drivers can State Route 235.
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