Date:  Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Contact: Mike Westbay, WSDOT Communications Manager (509) 728-4712
Meagan McFadden, WSDOT Communications (509) 577-1618
Matthew Cox, WSDOT Transportation Data Office (360) 570-2376

TRAFFIC ADVISORY October 21, 2008

WSDOT repairs road sensors on eastbound I-90 at Cabin Creek, Oct. 22

Drivers can expect to slow down through the work zone

YAKIMA – On Wednesday, October, 22, between 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., drivers on eastbound I-90 will be restricted to one lane, while maintenance crews repair sensors in the roadway (near Cabin Creek exit 63).

Drivers on eastbound I-90 should plan extra time to get to their destinations, slow down as they approach and pay close attention to signs, barrels and electronic message signs directing them through the work zone. Delays can be expected.

Westbound traffic will not be affected.

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

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