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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 30, 2014
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Cable Crossing to Force Overnight Stoppages at Mile 49
20-minute north and southbound stoppages Thursday (5/1)
PORTLAND, Maine – Thursday evening, May 1, 2014, 20-minute traffic stops will occur in both
directions in Portland at Mile 49 to allow Central Maine Power to install transmission lines across the
highway. Stoppages are scheduled to begin Thursday night at 10:00 p.m. and will last until 5:00 a.m. on
Friday morning.
Motorists should prepare alternate travel routes during the closures. Message boards will be in place to
inform approaching travelers of closures, and Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) broadcasts on 1610 AM
will also be used to inform drivers. The Maine Turnpike Authority appreciates motorists’ patience and
understanding during this construction.
Visit MaineTurnpike.com for information on Turnpike projects and weekly construction advisories and
lane closure reports. Motorists can also sign up to receive travel alerts by email and follow us on
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