Thursday, December 31, 2009

State Police Urges Caution on Roadways

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IDAHO STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Region 3 Patrol 700 S. Stratford, Meridian 83642
(208) 846-7550
Fax (208) 846-7520

For Immediate Release: 12/31/2009 5:45 pm
Contact: ISP Dispatch

Due to hazardous road conditions, Idaho State Police and the Idaho Department of Transportation would recommend citizens to avoid traveling tonight if at all possible. We are currently dealing with treacherous road conditions, multiple slide off's and property damage crashes on Interstate 84 from the Oregon border to Mountain Home.
Slick roads are also being reported on State Highway 55 and US 95 as well. The only road closure at this time is on State Highway 21 from Grand Jean to the Banner Summit.
Please exercise caution if you need to travel. Take your time and be courteous to other drivers.

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