Nick Piccone
It’s not like we didn’t know this was coming, but holy hell is Philly going to be terrible to travel in and around the last weekend of September.
Michael Nutter announced earlier today that the Ben Franklin Bridge would be only utilized as a pedestrian crossing, major highways would be closed, and more. [6abc]
MAJOR HIGHWAYS
The following highway closures will start at 10 p.m. on Friday, September 25th:
*I-76 eastbound from I-476 to I-95
*I-76 westbound from I-95 to US Route 1
*I-676 will be closed in both directions from I-76 to I-95
*US Route 1 will be closed in both directions from US Route 30 to Belmont Avenue
*I-95 WILL REMAIN OPEN with selected ramps closed
BEN FRANKLIN BRIDGE
*The Ben Franklin bridge will also close to vehicular traffic on Friday, September 25th at 10 p.m. until 12 p.m. on Monday, September 28th. The only vehicles allowed will be emergency vehicles.
*The bridge will be used as a pedestrian crossing.
Like, holy crap. What the hell heaven pope … heck …! You are not going to be able to sniff Philly unless you have a pass. Find out how you can get yours while you can.