Travel Advisory: Thruway Authority Advises Eastbound Motorists of Delays Just East of Interchange 49 (Depew)

ALBANY, NY (01/27/2010)(readMedia)-- The New York State Thruway Authority encourages motorists traveling eastbound between Interchange 49 (Depew,Lockport) and Interchange 48A (Pembroke) to plan for delays during the evening commute, especially between mileposts 409 and 406 eastbound.

Earlier today there was a vehicle fire involving a car carrier at milepost 406.1 eastbound. While the fire has been extinguished, crews are currently working to unload the carrier. To facilitate this clean-up process, the right lane near milepost 406.1 has been closed.

At this time, eastbound delays exist from milepost 409 to milepost 406. The right lane will remain closed for approximately 2-4 hours.

Eastbound motorists traveling in this area are encouraged to seek alternate routes; those motorists remaining on the Thruway should plan for extended delays while traveling through this area.

The Authority appreciates motorists' patience during this temporary lane closure.

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