For Immediate Release: December 1, 2006, 9:10PM

TRAFFIC ADVISORY UPDATE:
THRUWAY AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES SPEED LIMIT SET AT 45 MPH ON TAPPAN ZEE BRIDGE

The New York State Thruway Authority has announced that the speed limit on the Tappan Zee Bridge has been set at 45 mph due to high winds and rain.

Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) have been activated on both northbound and southbound informing motorists of the speed limit.

The Authority appreciates motorists' patience during this time.

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