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

KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (05/04/2011)(readMedia)-- The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission advises motorists traveling southbound on the Northeastern Extension (I-476) and northbound on the Blue Route (Interstate 476) to be prepared for slow moving or stopped traffic when approaching the Mid-County (Exit #20) Interchange tomorrow, May 5 between the hours of 9 a.m. 3 p.m. when the Turnpike will shut-down the southbound and northbound Express E-ZPass lanes located in the center of the toll plaza. Six (6) conventional E-ZPass lanes and three (3) cash lanes will remain open at all times for traffic entering and exiting the Turnpike system at the Mid-County Interchange in Montgomery County.

The daytime closure will allow the Turnpike ample time to safely perform maintenance on the electronic toll collection equipment in the express lanes at the toll plaza. Turnpike maintenance personnel and Pennsylvania State Police will assist during the six-hour operation.

Motorists exiting the Northeastern Extension at the ramp to enter I-276 westbound may also experience delays due to the express lane closures at the toll plaza. All work is weather sensitive and subject to change.

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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