Metrobus delays possible in Downtown DC due to National Christmas Tree Lighting
Metro is advising bus customers whose routes traverse Downtown DC of potential delays and detours around the White House this evening due to the National Christmas Tree Lighting.
The ceremony is expected to begin at 4:30 p.m. with street closures expected between 4:15 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
The following streets are expected to be closed:
In addition, Constitution Ave. NW between 15th and 17th streets may be closed if necessary.
Traffic impacts are expected to affect:
As a result, the following Metrobus routes will be subject to delays and detours this evening:
3Y, 11Y, 16Y, 32, 36, 37, 38B, 39, 42, 43, 52, 53, 80, D1, D2, D3, D5, D6, G8, L2, N2, N3, N4, P6, P17, P19, S1, S2, S4, S9, W13, X1, X2, X9
News release issued at 10:50 am, December 6, 2012.