Mahoning County paving project could delay drivers’ commutes through end of June

Drivers heading through Youngstown on their way to and from work will want to use extra caution when traveling around ongoing road reparation projects.

Construction crews have started repaving on Monday along Mahoning Avenue in Youngstown between Meridian Road and I-680.

Daily commuters can expect delays and lane restrictions in the area through June 30, which is when the project is expected to be finished.

Drivers are advised to use caution when commuting along Mahoning Avenue in Youngstown while crews are repairing the pavement, according to city’s the public works department.

Here are some work zone safety reminders from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s campaign:

• Research your route and avoid work zones when possible
• Pay attention to the road and posted signs
• Avoid all distractions including using your phone, eating or drinking
• Slow down for traffic pattern shifts
• Move early into open lanes when approaching lane closures
• Be aware of blind spots and leave extra following distance between vehicles

Kelcey Norris

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