Westbound Turnpike Now Limited to Single Lane in Chester County for Emergency Repairs

Traffic restrictions will remain until 5 p.m. today between Downingtown-Morgantown exits.

HARRISBURG, PA (07/25/2011)(readMedia)-- The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission advises motorists traveling westbound on the Pennsylvania Turnpike (I-76), between Downingtown (Exit #312) and Morgantown (Exit #298), to be prepared for intermittent lane closures during emergency roadway repairs until 5 p.m. today.

Starting west of the Downingtown Interchange, the left lane is now closed between milepost 302.1 and 301.5. Crews are working in the left lane performing repairs then will shift to the right lane until repairs are completed and the pattern is lifted by 5 p.m.

Motorists traveling westbound on the Turnpike should stay alert for slow-moving or stopped traffic approaching the Morgantown Interchange. Motorists are urged to obey posted speed limits and use extra caution when approaching construction zones.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is committed to distributing accurate and consistent travel information and providing exceptional customer service. Visit the PA Turnpike website at www.paturnpike.com for project updates. Be in the know before you go and call 866.976.TRIP (866.976.8747).