Transportation and Works
December 15, 2014

Public Advisory: Burgeo Highway at Wooden Tilt Brook Closed Until December 19

The Department of Transportation and Works is advising that the Burgeo Highway at Wooden Tilt Brook, approximately 25 kilometres from the Town of Burgeo, will be closed until Friday, December 19 because of a road washout. Officials from the Department of Transportation and Works are on-site to further assess the situation, remove the existing culvert, and install a temporary bridge.

Fire and Emergency Services-Newfoundland and Labrador continues to monitor the situation and has been in contact with emergency management partners in the region to offer guidance and assistance.

Additionally, Western Health is advising residents who may have medical appointments scheduled outside of the community this week to contact the Calder Health Centre at 709-886-3350, ext. 4111.

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Media contact:
Scott Barfoot
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015, 690-6290
scottbarfoot@gov.nl.ca

2014 12 15                       2:45 p.m.