Public Advisory: Highway Repairs Impacted by COVID-19 Pandemic

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, motorists are advised that highway repairs may take more time to complete as maintenance operations have been modified by the Department of Transportation and Works to help prevent the spread of the virus.

The department appreciates the patience of motorists as crews continue to work diligently and safely during the pandemic to complete repairs as quickly as possible.

Steps taken by the department to ensure the safety of crews include:

• Restricting one employee to a maintenance vehicle when travelling;
• Using multiple vehicles to travel to a work site;
• Maintaining at least two metres away from each other while on the work site; and
• Requiring more time to clean vehicles or heavy equipment after use.

Highway crews will continue to complete highway maintenance, such as pothole and shoulder repairs, on a priority basis.

For the most up-to-date information related to COVID-19, please visit www.gov.nl.ca/covid-19. For general inquiries related to available government services, please email covid19info@gov.nl.ca.

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Media contact:
Brian Scott
Transportation and Works
709-729-3015, 730-4607
brianscott@gov.nl.ca