Nine Pennsylvania interstates shut down by blizzard (Update)
February 11th, 2010 - 2:11 am ICT by BNO NewsHARRISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA (BNO NEWS) – Pennsylvania Governor Edward Rendell on Wednesday closed several interstates due to blizzard conditions causing impassible road conditions, his office said.
Governor Rendell closed interstates I-76, 476, 176, 676, 83, and 78, and part of Interstate 81 and is expected to close additional roads as conditions deteriorate. Interstate 81 is closed from the Maryland line to Interstate 80. Additionally, PA 581 has been closed in both directions.
With the hazardous weather conditions in much of the state, the Governor said that it’s too dangerous for any motorist to be driving. “For your safety, do not drive,” Governor Rendell said. “You will risk your life and, potentially, the lives of others if you get stuck on highways or any road.
The National Weather Service issued blizzard warnings for several counties in the State and visibility is at or near zero.
The Governor said that PennDOT crews are continuing to treat roadways to keep them passable for emergency crews only. The agency will continue to treat roadways throughout the storm until precipitation stops and roads are clear.
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