Northbound SR 99 ramp to northbound SR 525 to close Wednesday, Aug. 27, in Lynnwood

Lynnwood, WALocal News

The northbound State Route 99 ramp to northbound SR 525 will be closed on Wednesday, Aug. 27, for essential maintenance work. From 8 a. m. to 2 p.

m. , crews will focus on repairing the guardrail to improve safety. The Washington State Department of Transportation has urged drivers to seek alternate routes during this time. Real-time traffic updates are available through the WSDOT mobile app and real-time travel map, allowing commuters to stay informed. This maintenance reflects ongoing efforts by WSDOT to ensure safe driving conditions on Washington's highways.

Last year, the department reported a significant increase in maintenance activities aimed at enhancing road safety. Local residents should be aware of potential travel impacts during the closure. Planning alternate routes in advance will help mitigate delays for those commuting through the area.

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