Philadelphia traffic: I-95 closures could snarl traffic Wednesday afternoon
PHILADELPHIA - Two waves of midday lane closures on I-95 in Philadelphia could slow traffic for motorists on Wednesday.
The northbound side of the highway will briefly close around 1 p.m. from Academy Road to Essington Avenue.
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The southbound side will close in the same area starting around 4 p.m.
The closures coincide with several events happening in the city Wednesday, including a visit from Vice President Kamala Harris.
Please be aware that there will be I-95 road closures from Academy Road to Essington Avenue in Philadelphia on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at the following times:
Approx. 1:00 p.m. - I-95 northbound will close for a short period of time.
Approx. 4:00 p.m. - I-95 southbound will…— Citizens Bank Park (@PhilliesCBP) May 8, 2024
Fans heading to the Philadelphia Phillies 1 p.m game against the Toronto Blue Jays will likely avoid the first highway closure.
The southbound shutdown, however, could stunt traffic for those leaving the game.
Motorists are encouraged to avoid I-95 during these brief closures, or to plan ahead for traffic delays.