Heavy Traffic for BIR this Weekend

Motorists should plan for heavy traffic this weekend on Brainerd Lakes Area highways, especially Highway 371, leading to Brainerd International Raceway. The 2008 NHRA Lucas Oil Powerade Nationals will be at BIR, August 7th through the 10th.
Over 100,000 visitors attend the event each year.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation is suggesting motorists be patient, expect delays, and be prepared for sudden stops on Highway 371. Alternative routes should be used if possible.
In addition, motorists should be aware of increased traffic impacts on Highway 10 in central Minnesota, especially at Little Falls where Highway 10 and Highway 371 intersect, as visitors attend from WE Fest in Detroit Lakes Aug. 7-10.