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Until Help Arrives

Respond to life-threatening emergencies to help save lives until first responders arrive.

Useful Resources

Use these phone numbers to report issues like downed power lines, snow issues, and more.

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Traffic Alert – Arlington April 21, 2021
LOCATION: NB I-395 at 14th St Bridge INCIDENT: Traffic Collision IMPACT: Crash has been cleared and all travel lanes are now open.
Traffic Alert – Arlington April 21, 2021
LOCATION: NB I-395 at 14th St Bridge INCIDENT: Traffic Collision IMPACT: The 2 North bound travel lanes are closed due to Traffic Collision. Please seek alternate routes.
Traffic Alert – Arlington April 15, 2021
LOCATION: NB GW Parkway at Spout Run INCIDENT: Fire Department Activity IMPACT: US Park police has clear the scene and all lanes are clear.