Date:  Wednesday, June 25, 2008

Contact: Ken Kilseimer, WSDOT Traffic Signal Supervisor 509.577.1961
Ron Gregson, WSDOT Transportation Systems, 509.949.2045
Mike Westbay, WSDOT Communications, 509.577.1617

WSDOT Travel Advisory

June 25, 2008

WSDOT will flag traffic through US 97/SR 22 intersection in Toppenish on Thursday, June 26

TOPPENISH– WSDOT signal crew technicians will turn off the signal at the intersection of US 97 and SR 22 in Toppenish on Thursday June 26. Between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m., crews will flag traffic through the intersection while they replace a damaged signal support pole.

Drivers may experience short delays. Please "Give 'em a brake" by staying alert and watching carefully for flagger's directions.

Visit our Web site for the complete construction update report: www.wsdot.wa.gov/Regions/SouthCentral/Construction/

Drivers can now get current traffic and weather information by dialing 5-1-1 from most phones. This new traveler information system builds upon the highly successful Washington State Highway hotline that managed 4.6 million calls each year. Callers can also use 5-1-1 to get statewide construction, mountain pass condition, and state ferry system information, as well as toll free numbers for passenger rail and airlines. TTY users can call 1-800-833-6388.

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