{"id":63930,"date":"2018-03-07T09:25:37","date_gmt":"2018-03-07T13:25:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.owegopennysaver.com\/PS\/?p=63930"},"modified":"2018-03-07T09:26:16","modified_gmt":"2018-03-07T13:26:16","slug":"travel-bans-set-to-include-tractor-trailers-on-certain-highways-in-advance-of-storms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.owegopennysaver.com\/PS\/2018\/03\/07\/travel-bans-set-to-include-tractor-trailers-on-certain-highways-in-advance-of-storms\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel bans set, to include tractor trailers, on certain highways in advance of storms"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"m_5860489802404385199Normal m_5860489802404385199DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today&nbsp;issued a Travel Advisory for all areas east of I-81&nbsp;as well as a travel ban on tractor trailers on certain roads beginning Wednesday, March 7 at 8 a.m. due to the hazardous winter weather conditions being forecasted in many parts of the state.&nbsp;Once the advisory and ban goes into effect, motorists will be urged to avoid any travel unless absolutely necessary and all tractor trailers, tandem trailers, buses, box trucks, and other high profile vehicles will be restricted from entering the following roadways:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"m_5860489802404385199ListParagraph m_5860489802404385199Normal m_5860489802404385199DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">New York State Thruway from Exit 36 (Syracuse) to the New York City line, including the Berkshire Spur to the Massachusetts State Line, I-95, Garden State Parkway Connector and I-287<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_5860489802404385199ListParagraph m_5860489802404385199Normal m_5860489802404385199DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">I-88 from Binghamton to Albany&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_5860489802404385199ListParagraph m_5860489802404385199Normal m_5860489802404385199DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">I-81 from Pennsylvania line to the New York State Thruway<\/span><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_5860489802404385199ListParagraph m_5860489802404385199Normal m_5860489802404385199DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">Route 17 Binghamton to I-84<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_5860489802404385199ListParagraph m_5860489802404385199Normal m_5860489802404385199DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">I-84 from the Connecticut State Line to the Pennsylvania State Line<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m_5860489802404385199ListParagraph m_5860489802404385199Normal m_5860489802404385199DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">I-684 from I-84 to I-287<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"m_5860489802404385199Normal m_5860489802404385199DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">The New York State Police will strictly enforce the ban, and will stop and ticket anyone who is in violation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_5860489802404385199Normal m_5860489802404385199DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">&#8220;It is imperative that we keep roadways clear and people safe,&#8221;&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199Strong m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">Governor Cuomo said.<\/span><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;&#8220;We are implementing this ban on tractor trailers so our plow operators, fire, law enforcement and emergency personnel can keep roads clean and respond to emergencies as quickly as possible.&nbsp;All motorists are encouraged avoid travel as much as possible and if travel is necessary, do so using extreme caution.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_5860489802404385199Normal m_5860489802404385199DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">The Thruway Authority encourages motorists to download its mobile app which is available for free on iPhone and Android devices. The app provides motorists direct access to real-time traffic and navigation assistance while on the go. Motorists can also sign up for&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">TRANSalert<\/span><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;e-mails which provide the latest traffic conditions along the Thruway by following this&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">link:<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.thruway.ny.gob\/tas\/index\/shtml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?hl=en&amp;q=http:\/\/www.thruway.ny.gob\/tas\/index\/shtml&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1520515178049000&amp;usg=AFQjCNGiJf41Al-30D528QVAI-ScHsFIqQ\"><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199Hyperlink m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">www.thruway.ny.gob<\/span><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199Hyperlink m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">\/<\/span><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199Hyperlink m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">tas<\/span><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199Hyperlink m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">\/<wbr>index\/<\/span><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199Hyperlink m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">shtml<\/span><\/a><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">. &nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_5860489802404385199Normal m_5860489802404385199DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">During major incidents, the Authority broadcasts information on Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) and activates Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) to alert motorists.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_5860489802404385199Normal m_5860489802404385199DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">Motorists are reminded that State Law mandates that if an intersection is &#8220;blacked out&#8221; and the traffic signal is not operational, the intersection is automatically a &#8220;four way&#8221; stop. In the event of closed or blocked roadways due to flooding, downed power lines or debris, motorists are advised to exercise caution and obey all traffic signs or barricades in place, regardless of whether a roadway looks clear.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"m_5860489802404385199Normal m_5860489802404385199DocDefaults\"><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">Motorists are also reminded to check 511NY by calling 511 or by accessing&nbsp;<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.511ny.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?hl=en&amp;q=http:\/\/www.511ny.org\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1520515178049000&amp;usg=AFQjCNGKN1TKm_r6slA80w8ozj8PCfbRkQ\"><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199Hyperlink m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">www.511ny.org<\/span><\/a><span class=\"m_5860489802404385199DefaultParagraphFont\">&nbsp;before traveling. The free service allows users to check road conditions and transit information. Mobile users can download the updated, free 511NY mobile app from the iTunes or Google Play stores. The app now features Drive mode, which provides audible alerts along a chosen route while a user is driving, warning them about incidents and construction. Users can set a destination prior to departing and receive information on up to three routes.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Governor Andrew M. 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