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Related: About this forumNEW: They're back. #TruckersConvoy2022 just crossing the 14th St. Bridge into DC.
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@STATter911
. This is one of several convoys out right now. There's another group on DC-295 north and on the Inner Loop near the American Legion Bridge
@STATter911
. This is one of several convoys out right now. There's another group on DC-295 north and on the Inner Loop near the American Legion Bridge
NEW: They're back. #TruckersConvoy2022 just crossing the 14th St. Bridge into DC. @DCPoliceDept has same exits blocked. So far, a significantly smaller convoy than yesterday. @WTOPtraffic @WTOP @hhowardWTOP @ARLnowDOTcom #Truckers #TruckersConvoy #traffic #vatraffic #395cam
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This small convoy went through quickly on I-395N. Traffic issues are minimal. As
@WTOPtraffic
reports there are multiple groups on the areahighways at the moment.
@WTOPtraffic
reports there are multiple groups on the areahighways at the moment.
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NEW: They're back. #TruckersConvoy2022 just crossing the 14th St. Bridge into DC. (Original Post)
mahatmakanejeeves
Mar 2022
OP
Do these people have actual jobs...has been asked before but I'm still wondering...nt
wcmagumba
Mar 2022
#1
"On the flip side, March 15th decided to bring us some top notch beautiful weather."
mahatmakanejeeves
Mar 2022
#4
And they whine when someone obstructs them in traffic or gives them the finger.
keithbvadu2
Mar 2022
#7
wcmagumba
(3,250 posts)1. Do these people have actual jobs...has been asked before but I'm still wondering...nt
2naSalit
(93,529 posts)3. I think some may be running relay where ...
Some have designated replacements who show up on their weekends off and swap out with someone else. That would maintain a set number for events if they are organized enough.
This will end up being a running grievance that they weren't welcomed with open arms upon their arrival.
mahatmakanejeeves
(61,659 posts)2. "the traffic is moving quicker than normal IMHO around 1:30ish"
the traffic is moving quicker than normal IMHO around 1:30ish
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Yes. It was a small group. Went through quickly. Got jammed on the SW Freeway for a bit. Now there's a crash blocking the center of road on I-395N on the Case Bridge just before the 12th Street exit.
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mahatmakanejeeves
(61,659 posts)4. "On the flip side, March 15th decided to bring us some top notch beautiful weather."
I can confirm the weather. I have clothes on the line.
On the flip side, March 15th decided to bring us some top notch beautiful weather. May we all get to enjoy it soon.
Current Convoy situation in DC @PoPville #TrafficAlert
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elleng
(136,867 posts)6. Sure did!
Glad it's good 'up there' too; lovey here in Calvert County.
keithbvadu2
(40,531 posts)5. Where are all the trailers?
keithbvadu2
(40,531 posts)7. And they whine when someone obstructs them in traffic or gives them the finger.
And they whine when someone obstructs them in traffic or gives them the finger.
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