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September 15, 2023 Travel Advisory

Possible Delays Expected on PA Turnpike Sept. 18


Possible Delays Expected on PA Turnpike Sept. 18

Nighttime traffic paces planned on I-476 in Lehigh County.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission advises motorists traveling northbound and southbound at night on the Northeastern Extension, Interstate 476 (I-476) to be prepared for slow-moving and stopped traffic on Monday, September 18. 

From 12:01 a.m. until 4:00 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 18, motorists traveling northbound and southbound on I-476 approaching milepost A70.1 in Lehigh County should be prepared for slow-moving and stopped traffic.   The intermittent, 30-minute traffic stoppages are necessary for the protection of motorists and workers so crews can safely erect toll gantries.

During the stoppages, Turnpike maintenance and state police vehicles will restrict Turnpike traffic to a speed of 15-20 miles an hour.

Changeable message signs will also provide information. Motorists are encouraged to plan travel accordingly. Work schedules are subject to change based on weather conditions.

To report an accident or other emergency on the PA Turnpike, dial *11 via mobile phone. To learn more about PA Turnpike conditions or to contact us, use one of these resources:

ON THE TURNPIKE

  • 511PA Smartphone App: real-time, hands-free PA traffic advisories
  • Digital Message Signs: more than 100 boards along the Turnpike

ON THE WEB

  • 511/511pa.com: live, interactive map
  • Twitter: @PATurnpikeAlert

BY PHONE

  • 511: dial from any PA roadway for local travel information
  • Pennsylvania Turnpike Customer Assistance Center: 877-736-6727, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 

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Media Contact: Kathleen Walter, 267.326.3856