Traffic jam blocks lanes on I-495 near Silver Spring, Silver Spring MD
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TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency communications reported a major traffic backup and lane blockage on I-495 near Exit 31 toward Silver Spring. Officers confirmed that all lanes in the area were congested and advised drivers to avoid the route.
Audio|Heard on: Montgomery MD Transportation Group Calls
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Transcript:
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495 south. It is packed all the way up.
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It is bumper to bumper in this one traffic lane.
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He got a bus going up there, so I'm letting you guys know.
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10-4. We talking about 495 or 270?
00:16
495 by exit 31, I believe, from the exit that you get off to go towards Silver Spring station.
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All of that is blocked. Blocked off.
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Ten four, and that's the outer loop heading toward.
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Yeah, does this work?
00:33
The other way inner loop heading towards Silver Spring.
00:36
All right, thanks (name withheld).
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I'll put the word out to everybody who's going that way.
00:39
Thank you. Thank you.
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Appreciate it.
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I-495, Silver Spring, MD
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