SUMMARY: Today marks one of the busiest travel days of the year as millions head out for the Thanksgiving holiday. Reporting live, a correspondent shared their experience traveling on I-65 South with moderate traffic but no significant backups. They highlighted interactions with travelers from across the country, including families heading to North Alabama for celebrations. Travelers noted smooth journeys despite some initial delays. Authorities encourage safety, reminding travelers to wear seat belts correctly and designate a co-pilot to manage distractions like phones. The focus is on ensuring a safe and enjoyable holiday travel experience.

News 19’s Emily Moessner spoke to a few people traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday about how their drives have been and what traffic has looked like during the busy travel week.

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SUMMARY: Thanksgiving Day weather is expected to be mostly fine, although rain will arrive overnight. There is a slight possibility of severe thunderstorms or tornadoes, but the threat is considered low. Temperatures will be in the 50s overnight, dropping to the low 40s by afternoon. Storms will begin around midnight, moving south by 4 AM. Areas affected include Birmingham and Montgomery, with a marginal risk of severe weather in southeast Alabama. While isolated showers are already appearing, more are anticipated overnight. Overall, while storms are likely, significant severe weather is not expected.

Tracking a Severe Threat: Alabama’s weather gets stormy tonight, but the forecast is colder by Thursday afternoon

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SUMMARY: For the fourth year in a row, Melissa Nichols and her family are honoring her son, Gordon, who tragically died in a car crash on Thanksgiving five years ago, by giving back to the community. Instead of a traditional holiday meal, they now participate in “Gordon’s Giving,” providing free Thanksgiving feasts to First Responders and others who may be spending the holiday alone. The family has delivered over 200 meals in the past and aims to continue spreading love and gratitude. They say the tradition helps keep Gordon’s spirit alive while turning their pain into a force for good.

For the Nichols family, the holiday season has looked a little different the past few years after losing a loved one on Thanksgiving night five years ago.
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