Heavy Traffic Expected Southbound on I-476 at Mid-County (Exit #20) Interchange

KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (02/14/2010)(readMedia)-- The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission advises motorists traveling southbound on the Northeastern Extension (I-476) to be prepared for slow moving or stopped traffic when exiting the Mid-County (Exit #20) Interchange. Nighttime lane closures will be in effect on I-476 tonight through Friday (Feb. 14-19) from 7 p.m. each evening until 6 a.m. the following morning as crews continue preparations for the start of PennDOT's southbound reconstruction between Mid-County and the I-76 Interchange.

Sunday through Tuesday (Feb. 14-16) southbound I-476 will be reduced from three lanes to two from Mid-County (Exit 20) to the Ridge Pike (Exit 18) Interchange.

Monday through Thursday (Feb. 15-18) from 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. northbound I-476 will be reduced from three lanes to two from the I-76 Interchange to Ridge Pike (Exit 18) and traffic will be reduced to one open lane from 11 p.m. - 6 a.m.

In addition to lane closures, motorists using I-476 between Mid-County and I-76 may encounter periodic brief stoppages each night as crews move and set barrier and paint new lane markings.

If the Turnpike's Highway Advisory Radio is activated, as indicated by yellow flashing lights, please tune to Radio 1640 AM for updates. Motorists can also get real-time Pa. Turnpike alerts by calling 866-976-8747 (TRIP). The toll-free, voice-activated TRIP line has frequent updates and provides targeted audio alerts for specific Turnpike sections.

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