Military Convoy Traffic Slows Arkansas Highways Statewide

Motorists in Arkansas should expect increased military vehicle traffic on highways and interstates through the end of June as Arkansas National Guard units, including participants from across the state and nation, travel to and from annual training exercises. The convoys, consisting of large tactical vehicles, will move at slower speeds than regular traffic, particularly causing slowdowns and chokepoints as vehicles attempt to pass. Guardsmen will be traveling from their respective armories to training sites at Fort Chaffee Joint Maneuver Training Center in Barling and Camp Robinson in North Little Rock before returning. Col. Joel Lynch, spokesperson for the Arkansas National Guard, emphasized that this training is critical for maintaining operational readiness. Authorities urge drivers to exercise caution when approaching or passing these military convoys and recommend checking local traffic updates for current information. The measures are aimed at ensuring the safety of both Guardsmen and civilian motorists during these necessary military movements.