CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

NEWS RELEASE

2800 BERLIN TURNPIKE P.O. BOX 317546
NEWINGTON CONNECTICUT, 06131-7546

FOR RELEASE: May 5, 2008
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   OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS
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NEWINGTON, Conn.-Acting Transportation Commissioner H. James Boice announced today that Jersey Barrier Repairs will be performed on I-91 (southbound) at Exit 28, in Hartford.  This project is scheduled to occur on or about Monday, May 5, 2008.

Traffic control personnel and signing patterns will be utilized to guide motorists through the work zone.  The regular work schedule for this project is 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. (Monday evening).  Various lanes will be closed while the work is being performed.

Motorists should be aware that modifications or extensions to this schedule may become necessary due to weather delays or other unforeseen conditions.  Motorists are advised to maintain a safe speed when driving through the work area.