RELEASE:

CONTACT:
IMMEDIATE

Lou Hatter (540) 829-7537
Lou.Hatter@vdot.virginia.gov

Dee Brooking (540) 829-7394
Odile.Brooking@vdot.virginia.gov

CULP2008-020

March 27, 2008



I-64 CLOSED FROM CHARLOTTESVILLE TO WAYNESBORO
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CULPEPER – Interstate 64 has been closed from Exit 96 in Augusta County to Exit 118 in Albemarle County due to police activity.

All exits between those mileposts have also been closed and traffic is being detoured onto alternate routes.

At this time it is not known how long the interstate will be closed. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible and expect significant delays if they must travel on Route 250 and other nearby highways.

Motorists can receive real-time updates on the status of I-64 and road conditions throughout the area by calling 511, or on the Web at www.511Virginia.org.

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