Both lanes of Interstate 80 westbound will be closed from Exit 4A (Interstate 376, New Castle) in Shenango Township, Mercer County, Pennsylvania to the Exit 234 (Route 62, Hubbard) in Trumbull County, Ohio starting at 10:00 PM on Saturday, May16.
The closure is expected to be lifted by 6:00 AM on Sunday, May 17. A detour is posted using Route 62.
It is needed in order to remove a large vehicle that was involved in a crash.
Drivers of large vehicles are reminded to obey traffic signs and use the left lane only when directed.
PennDOT urges drivers to slow down when driving in work zones, and also to be alert to changing conditions, avoid distractions and to pay attention to signs and flaggers. Drive responsibly in work zones for your safety and the safety of the workers.
511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional Twitter alerts accessible on the 511PA website.
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Information about infrastructure in District 1, including completed work and significant projects, is available at www.penndot.pa.gov/D1Results. Find PennDOT’s planned and active construction projects at www.projects.penndot.gov.
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MEDIA CONTACT: Jill Harry, 814-678-5035 or jharry@pa.gov