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Traffic Alert – Arlington May 4, 2021
LOCATION: Spout Run at Lorcom Lane-Final Update INCIDENT: Traffic Collision IMPACT: The tree has been cleared and NB lanes of Spout Run at Lorcom Lane are now open.
Traffic Alert – Arlington May 4, 2021
LOCATION: Spout Run at Lorcom Lane INCIDENT: Traffic Collision IMPACT: Both NB lanes of Spout Run at Lorcom Lane are closed due to a tree blocking the road. Please seek an alternate route.
Traffic Alert – Arlington April 30, 2021
LOCATION: N Glebe Rd and 2nd Rd. N. INCIDENT: Trees Down IMPACT: **Update** A Fire unit is still in the area, however, traffic is flowing without issue. Police and Fire units are on the scene of a down tree in the area of N. Glebe Rd. and 2nd Rd. N. Please avoid the area and […]