Traffic stripe painting crews are making rounds along highways in Western Kentucky. Contract traffic paint crews are on the move across the region updating traffic markings.
Crews will generally have to make several passes to re-paint traffic striping along highways. Motorists should be alert for paint caravans working along highways across the region during daylight hours.
Motorists should be alert for a paint truck and several support vehicles. The caravan will generally be moving at a brisk clip, but some traffic backups are possible.
While the reflective paint used for applying traffic stripes to pavement is fast-drying, motorists are advised avoid driving through freshly sprayed paint.
Patience and caution are required whenever you encounter a paint caravan. Remember,these crews are applying highway markings designed to help keep the rest of us safe.
KYTC personnel will attempt to provide timely notice when the paint crew are working in specific high-traffic areas where painting operations may cause travel delays.
Crews will halt painting operations over the Memorial Day Holiday Weekend, but will resume immediately after the holiday and continue during daylight hours anytime weather conditions allow.