4/15/2014
High-wind warnings posted at Perrine, Hansen bridges today
TWIN FALLS – With continued high winds today (Tuesday, April 15), the Idaho Transportation Department has placed temporary signs at the entrance to the Perrine and Hansen bridges to warn drivers of high-profile vehicles.
According to the National Weather Service, sustained winds from the west
ranging up to 35 mph and gusting above 40 mph are expected through
Tuesday evening.
Message boards on U.S. 93, Idaho 50, and on Interstate 84 will warn drivers about the risk that winds may cause for high-profile and light vehicles.
Drivers of high-profile vehicles are encouraged to avoid travel on north-south roads unless absolutely necessary. Caution is advised for all other vehicles on north-south roadways.
The nearest alternate routes for travel across the Snake River include U.S. 30 between Hagerman and Buhl, Idaho 46 between Wendell and Buhl, and Idaho 27 (Overland Avenue) in Burley.