 As families prepare to travel this holiday season, busy roads may impact your ability to drive safely this year. Wednesday we spoke with Chief District Engineer Mary Westfall Holbrook about some simple safety tips that you can take before hitting the road this Christmas. As we travel this holiday season, I would just like to encourage people to, of course, obey the speed limit, watch for signs of traffic patterns that may change. But most importantly, lay your phone down, don't text and drive. It's dangerous to even talk on the phone anymore and drive. But just be cautious of the other person and especially during the holiday season, don't drink and drive. That's just something that we shouldn't do and it's not safe. According to AAA, more than 109 million people will be traveling 50 or more miles to reach their holiday destinations. Holbrook advises those travelers to never drive all tired and to check their vehicles before heading out. Of course, you know, check the tires. Make sure you've got enough air in your tires and all your fluids are full and check your brakes and things like that, your lights. In 2012, Eastern Kentucky was devastated by tornadoes. Within days, people in Western Kentucky stepped up to help the people of our region. Pikeville Medical Center is a Christian organization committed to helping others and that includes our neighbors in Western Kentucky. Our commitment goes far beyond those who come to our hospital for treatment. That sentiment is echoed from all of us at Double Quick. The need is great right now in Western Kentucky and we know the people of Eastern Kentucky are ready and willing to help. During this season of giving, please consider donating to those who have found themselves with nothing just days before Christmas. In-person donations can be made to all Pikeville Medical Center facilities and the register at all Double Quick locations. To donate online, go to www.givetopmc.org. And although the weather this Christmas is expected to be warm, Holbrook advises us to be prepared when traveling in snow. Well, you know, during the holiday season, we're very fortunate with the weather we're having. You know, it's a little cold today, but you know, they're expecting the 60s on Christmas. But the next week, during the other holiday season of the new year, they are saying we could have some snow or maybe even some rain. So just be, when you're on the roads and you're during the winter season, just be cautious of icy spots and water on the road. Lastly, Holbrook says to make sure your phone is fully charged and to make sure that you have phone numbers for services such as AAA Ready in their time of need. Just Merry Christmas from District 12 and be safe out there. For Mountain Top News, I'm Joel Korjol.