It is the second week of Metro’s big SafeTrack repairs and Virginia transportation officials say traffic has gotten worse.
From VDOT:
While day-to-day analysis of traffic patterns continues, VDOT’s traffic operations center has observed an increase in congestion and delays on some major routes when compared with the same weekdays in recent weeks. Drivers are reminded that impacts may fluctuate based on accidents and other events, and that the month of June can also generally include an uptick in traffic volume on northern Virginia roads, with early vacation traffic, an increase in regional visitors, and schools in session for most of the month.
What you can to to prevent getting stuck in a delay:
During surges that impact their route, commuters are strongly urged to rideshare, telework, adjust work schedules and use other alternate options. For those who must drive, allow additional time for trips and plan for extended rush hours, and remain alert to increased congestion as commuters adjust routes and travel methods during each surge.
Commuters are reminded to visit www.wmata.com/safetrack for details on station-specific impacts, links to transit options and local commute alternatives.
VDOT’s traffic operations center will monitor and adjust signal-timing to help support extended peak hours and changes in traffic patterns.
VDOT will also continue to evaluate lane closures for maintenance, construction and permitted work on impacted roads during the day.
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