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Lane closure after SR-99 bridge inspection in Seattle
The right two lanes of the northbound SR-99 First Avenue Bridge in Seattle are closed until further notice following a recent inspection.
SEATTLE - Two lanes of the northbound SR-99 First Avenue Bridge in Seattle are closed until further notice following a recent inspection.
According to the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), a travel advisory was issued at 11 p.m. Wednesday.
What we know:
The right two lanes are closed, and the speed limit on the northbound bridge has been reduced to 25 mph.
WSDOT says engineers will be on site again Thursday, Feb. 19, to continue the assessment.
Why are there lane closures on the SR-99 bridge in Seattle?
What we don't know:
It is not known what was discovered during the routine inspection. WSDOT is expected to release more details as they become available.
Drivers are warned to expect delays in the area.
For up-to-date traffic information, visit WSDOT's real-time travel map.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
The Source: Information in this story comes from a travel alert from the Washington State Department of Transportation.
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