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Thruway Authority Announces Lane Closures on the Niagara Thruway (I-190)

ALBANY, NY (02/17/2008; 1018)(readMedia)-- The New York State Thruway Authority announces that two accidents on the Niagara Thruway (I-190) have resulted in lane closures. Two northbound lanes are closed just south of Interchange 15 (Sheridan Drive, Route 324) and two northbound lanes are closed at Interchange 16 (Youngman Highway, I-290) due to accidents.

Highway Advisory Radio (HAR)and Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) have been activated to alert motorists of the lane closures. The Authority has also sent TRANSalerts to subscribers.

Emergency crews and State Police Troop T are on the scenes and the lanes will be reopened as soon as conditions permit. Motorists are encouraged to drive with caution during the inclement weather.

The Authority appreciates motorists' patience during this time.

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The Authority offers a free email service called TRANSalert to its customers via email or text messaging to inform them of major unscheduled incidents that may affect their travel on the Thruway. To sign up for the TRANSalert service, customers can visit the Authority’s website at www.nysthruway.gov/tas/.