Major Road Closures, Potholes & SEPTA FIFA Prep
Key Questions
When is the Front Street to I-95 North ramp closed?
The Front St-I95N ramp is shut from April 6 to 17. This is part of major road closures in Philadelphia. PennDOT is also resurfacing Broad Street.
What changes is SEPTA making for the FIFA Fan Fest?
SEPTA is adding a new Fairmount Park stop on the Philly Flash transit program. This improves access for the FIFA Fan Fest in June-July. It aims to support event attendees.
What is the current gas price in Philadelphia?
Gas prices are at $4.15 per gallon. Surging prices are straining local transportation businesses. This is impacting the Philly area broadly.
Where has Philadelphia expanded street sweeping?
Street sweeping expanded to Frankford, Kensington, and Strawberry Mansion starting April 6. The program covers more areas this season. It helps maintain cleaner streets.
What transportation frustrations are reported in Philadelphia?
Bike rack installations are lagging and seen as too onerous. A massive hole in a West Philly street has frustrated residents for two months. Broad Street resurfacing by PennDOT adds to disruptions.
West Philly 56th/Catharine pothole crisis; Front St-I95N ramp shut Apr6-17; PennDOT Broad resurfacing; street sweeping expands (tickets Apr20); bike racks lag; gas $4.15. SEPTA Fairmount Park FIFA stop.