10 Jan 2019 | 12:32 AM UTC
US: Major Seattle highway closes for three weeks January 11
Seattle (Washington state) to close Alaskan Way Viaduct for three weeks beginning January 11; traffic congestion and disruptions expected
Event
Seattle (Washington state) will close the double-decker Alaskan Way Viaduct beginning Friday, January 11. Significant traffic congestion and disruptions are expected for a three-week period before a replacement four-lane tunnel is completed. The shutdown will begin at 22:00 (local time) on Friday.
Context
The Alaskan Way Viaduct is an elevated double-decker highway along the western portion of the city serving Washington highway 99. An estimated 90,000 vehicles use the viaduct each day.
Advice
Individuals in Seattle are advised to monitor local news and traffic reports and anticipate significant transportation disruptions and congestion along alternate routes.
