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Traffic Advisory: Pothole Repair on Tappan Zee Bridge to Necessitate Southbound Lane Closure

Motorists May Experience Delays

ALBANY, NY (05/05/2008; 0701)(readMedia)-- The New York State Thruway Authority has announced that a pothole repair on the Tappan Zee Bridge will necessitate the closure of a right southbound lane. The lane will be reopened as soon as the repair has been completed.

Motorists are may experience delays and are reminded to remain alert, reduce speed and be aware of their surroundings while traveling through the work zone.

The Authority has activated Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) and Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) to advise motorists of the closures.

The Authority appreciates motorists’ patience and understanding while this necessary work takes place.

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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/.