Media & Public Relations


COMMISSION NEWS RELEASE
Contact: Tom Fox
Phone: 724-755-5178
September 21, 2012

Mother Earth News Fair at Seven Springs Mountain Resort May Impact Traffic This Weekend

Pa. Turnpike officials warn motorists of possible delays at Donegal Interchange.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike warns motorists to expect delays exiting Donegal Interchange (Exit #91) this weekend due to the Mother Earth News Fair at Seven Springs Mountain Resort Sept. 21 through Sept. 23.

Turnpike travelers may encounter delays near the Donegal Interchange, especially eastbound, as event guests exit to travel to Seven Springs. Heaviest traffic is expected Saturday from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Motorists exiting the Turnpike at Donegal should stay in the right lane while through traffic should keep left.

Changeable message signs will be in place to provide information regarding delays. Extra Turnpike personnel and State Police will be available to assist with possible congestion.

Travelers can get Turnpike traffic alerts by calling 866-976-TRIP (8747) or visiting the live Travel Conditions Map online at www.paturnpike.com/webmap. The Turnpike’s smartphone app, TRIP Talk, streams audio advisories to iPhone and Droid users so they can keep their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. To download the free app, visit www.paturnpike.com/triptalk.

 

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