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Rush Hour’s Return

Traffic jargon such as bottleneck, bumper-to-bumper and gridlock went mum during the pandemic as people stayed home and streets emptied. But those open roads are no more, as traffic rages back in the D.C.-area. This week, WTOP traffic reporter Dave Dildine talks about how the pandemic impacted D.C. traffic, what unique trends emerged and what drivers should expect as they return to the roads.

Emergency guide: What you should do to prepare for emergencies

WASHINGTON — Do you know what you'd do if an emergency hits? What if you're at work, your spouse is stuck in traffic and your children are in school? There's no way to plan for every emergency, but you can make sure you're prepared for different scenarios, including making a plan for your family and building a kit of emergency supplies.
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