I-79 speed limit to be reduced
The state Department of Transportation District 12 said traffic on Interstate 79 between Kirby and Waynesburg would be reduced to 45 mph until further notice. A single-lane restriction also has been in place since Wednesday. Traffic will be restricted to the right lanes.
PennDOT has reduced the speed on this stretch of I-79 because of the possibility damage to the roadway during longwall mining activities. Longwall mining activities will be occurring beneath this section of highway at the time of the restrictions. PennDOT reminds motorists to be aware of changing road conditions and the presence of highway workers.