Turnpike Restores Speed Limit on 122-Mile Stretch in Western Pa.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission has lifted the reduced speed limit that was implemented yesterday evening on a 122-mile stretch of Turnpike in Western Pa., between the Pennsylvania/Ohio border at milepost 0 and the Allegheny Tunnel at milepost 122.

The restriction, which was put in place around 7 p.m. last night due to weather and roadway conditions, was officially lifted at 6 a.m. today.

Presently, maintenance crews report that high winds are causing patchy areas of drifting on the western Turnpike, and snow-removal teams are plowing and salting throughout the region as needed.

Turnpike travelers can get up-to-date travel information by calling 866.976.TRIP (or 866.976.8747). This toll-free number gives audio advisories for the region in which you are traveling, including delays and closures due to accidents or weather. To check conditions before you hit the road, the Turnpike's Interactive Travel Map at www.paturnpike.com/webmap delivers a snapshot of conditions across the system, including live web cams, at-a-glance traffic-flow status, weather conditions, audio advisories and more.