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TRAFFIC ALERT: Heavy Traffic Expected This Evening

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 4, 2022) – The Washington County Sheriff’s Office alerts the public to expect traffic delays in certain areas of Washington County this evening. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the following areas between the hours of 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 4, 2022:
 
  • I-70 East from Hancock to I-81
  • I-81 North
  • 40 West between I-81 and Hagerstown Speedway
 
If you must travel in those areas, please exercise caution and plan for potential significant delays.
 
For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at 240-313-2380 or [email protected].

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