A few thoughts from my own experience: When the the traffic jam is that bad:

1. Consider staying late in your office until the traffic subsides;

2. If the jam does not abate, hotels are not prohibitive. Remember, inns are for travelers who have not reached their destinations or have homes nearby. They work for commuters too.

3. If you don't have any work to do in your office, work on your emergency routes. After all, you have the time.

4. If your emeregency routes are really working well for you, don't be so arrogant as to think you can take side trips or diversions as in normal times. I did that once, and it took me 2 hours to cover the last 3 miles to my home.


Benjamin,

Thank you for your service.

John