All articles tagged with #emergency closure
All southbound lanes of Interstate 5 in Portland, Oregon were closed for emergency bridge joint repair after a failure was discovered. Traffic is being diverted onto southbound Interstate 405, and the closure may last until midnight. The Oregon Department of Transportation stated that the issue is due to regular wear and tear, with no expected structural damage, and crews are working to repair the joint to ensure safety for drivers.
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) has released the inspection report of the Washington Bridge, which revealed structural concerns that led to the emergency closure of the westbound side. The report showed that the bridge's anchor rods, dating back to 1968, had failed, causing damage and instability. RIDOT Director Peter Alviti released the report to dispel rumors and prove transparency. The bridge, listed as structurally deficient, had a poor overall condition in the July inspection report. RIDOT is working on creating a bypass lane to alleviate traffic delays.
Police are investigating a motor vehicle accident on 590 North in Brighton, New York, involving at least one motorcycle and an SUV. The highway has been closed from Monroe Avenue to Highland Avenue since just before 8:30 p.m., and authorities are urging the public to avoid the area.
Crews are battling a wildfire in the Paradise area of Sanders County, Montana. The fire, known as the River Road East Fire, started on private property near the Clark Fork River and has now spread to Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) lands. A section of Highway 200 between Paradise and Plains has been shut down due to the emergency closure caused by the fire. Drivers are advised to use caution in the area.