As Hurricane Irma continues its march toward Florida, the Florida Highway Patrol has troopers working 12-hour shifts with no days off.
Sgt. Mark Wysocky reminded drivers that if winds get to a certain sustained speed they are not able to respond to emergencies.
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Sgt. Wysocky said traffic was light on the Florida Turnpike and I-95 early Saturday morning and service plazas remained open. However, he wasn't sure at what point they might close.
He also had advice for drivers after Hurricane Irma passes.
"Once the storm is passed please, please wait until law enforcement, we can go out and check if there are any power lines down, light poles down, trees down across the roadways that we can get cleared before you get on the road," Sgt. Wysocky said.
The sergeant stressed patience.
"I know in years past, we're out there trying to clear the interstate and we're dodging cars that are traveling around us as we're trying to clear roadways," Sgt. Wysocky said.
