Malfunctioning traffic lights cause congestion near exit 5, Bristol VA
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TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported that traffic lights were malfunctioning near exit 5 by the shield area in Bristol, Virginia, causing severe congestion, possibly related to ongoing road work.
Audio|Heard on: Russell and Washington County / Bristol Public Safety
Listen to dispatch call
00:34
Transcript:
00:00
Also call VDOT right there at exit five area near the shield.
00:05
A caller complained about the traffic lights.
00:08
He advised they're not turning.
00:11
Vehicles have been sitting there for a while and it's creating heavy traffic.
00:16
Traffic control needed because it's at a standstill.
00:19
Nothing's moving.
00:25
Copy that, maybe.
00:26
Has there been road work going on?
00:31
That's what he advised, but affecting traffic.
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This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
Exit 5 VA Clinic, Bristol, VA 24202
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