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FOR
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
01/29/2007
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Pippy: Motorists Can Call
Pothole Hotline to Report Problems
Call 1-800-FIX ROAD to report potholes and other roadway concerns.
Moon – State Sen. John Pippy (R-37) is
reminding motorists that potholes and other roadway concerns can be
reported by calling 1-800 FIX ROAD.
"Pennsylvania roads take a beating,
especially at this time of the year. The traveling public has to deal
with potholes and other problems on a daily basis. Often, motorists will
know about a problem before road crews will," said Pippy. "If you see a
problem, call the Department of Transportation's hotline and let them
know about it."
PennDOT's toll-free 1-800-FIX ROAD
(1-800-349-7623) hotline connects callers directly to their respective
county maintenance office. Calling 1-800-FIX ROAD should result in
prompt action.
Callers should try to be as specific as
possible in describing the location of a roadway concern. Helpful
information includes the State Route and segment number (found on small,
white signs along roadways), the direction of travel (eastbound or
westbound lane, etc.) and any other useful location information (i.e.
landmarks or nearby intersections).
Motorists can use the hotline number for
any reason including: Deer removal, brush and tree removal, shoulder
and drainage concerns, signage issues, other maintenance needs, or
information, complaints and compliments.
"PennDOT does its best to fix problems when
reported. But if any constituent has a lingering concern about a roadway
problem, I urge them to call my district office," said Pippy.
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