Roads impacted by heavy rainfall in PA
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — PennDOT announced current roads impacted by heavy rainfall across Pennsylvania.
Below is the list of road restrictions and closures due to the ongoing rain in our region.
Flood Watch, snow in PA Wednesday and Thursday
PennDOT cautions motorists to never drive through flooded roadways, as it takes just two feet of fast-moving water to float a car.
County | State Route/Exit/Mile Marker | Township | Beginning Location | Ending Location | Closure/Restriction | Reason | Estimated Date of Reopening | Estimated Time of Reopening |
Lackawanna | Route 2013 | Clifton Township | Route 435 | Sandy Beach Road | Closed | Downed Tree in Wires | Thursday, April 4, 2024 | 3:00 PM |
Lackawanna | Route 1006 | Scott Township | Route 247 | Chapman Lake Road | Closed | Downed Utility | Thursday, April 4, 2024 | 3:00 PM |
Lackawanna | Route 3009 Southbound | Newton Township | Bridge Lane | Bald Mountain Road | Lane Restriction | Downed Tree in Wires | Friday, April 5, 2024 | 3:00 PM |
Luzerne | Route 2045 | Wright Township | Nuangola Road | Park Road | Closed | Downed Tree in Wires | Thursday, April 4, 2024 | 3:00 PM |
Susquehanna | Route 247 | Clifford Township | Route 2014/2027 | Route 2023 | Closed | Downed Tree in Wires | Thursday, April 4, 2024 | 3:00 PM |
Wayne | Route 2004 | Palmyra Township | Owego Turnpike | Oak Street | Closed | Downed Tree | Wednesday, April 3, 2024 | 6:00 PM |
Wayne | Route 4021 | Clinton Township | Route 247 | Brace Brook Road | Closed | Downed Tree in Wires | Thursday, April 4, 2024 | 3:00 PM |
Wayne | Route 1004 | Damascus | Route 371 | Cocheton Turnpike | Closed | Downed Tree in Wires | Thursday, April 4, 2024 | 3:00 PM |
When encountering a work zone, please drive the posted speed limit, turn on your headlights, pay close attention to signs and flaggers, and avoid all distractions.
Anyone who drives around barriers intended to close a road can face increased penalties if emergency responders are called to rescue motorists who disregard traffic control signs.
Motorists can check conditions on major roadway miles by visiting 511PA.
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