New electronic traffic signs to help Shrewsbury drivers at key locations
New electronic information signs will soon be in operation at key locations in a Shropshire town.
The 12 variable message signs (VMS) in Shrewsbury will be used to inform drivers of delays, roadworks and incidents on the road network, as well as warn of possible congestion related to events or festivals and advise visitors which car parks to use or avoid. They will also be used to warn drivers about road closures due to flooding or other emergencies.
Other important public messages will also be displayed when appropriate, Shropshire Council has said.
The signs will be located at A49 south towards Battlefield roundabout; A53 southwest towards Battlefield roundabout; A51125 towards Heathgates Roundabout; A5112 south Bage Way towards Reabrook roundabout; A5 west towards Preston Island roundabout; A458 north towards A5; A49 north towards Meole Brace roundabout; A458 east towards Churncote Roundabout; A5 south towards Churncote Roundabout; B4380 east Shelton Road; A5191 South Castle Foregate; and A458 English Bridge Gyratory.
