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Traffic Backups Expected Around Washington University Campus This Morning
Wash U's commencement slated for this morning means there will be heavy traffic around the campus.
If your morning commute takes you near the Washington University campus on expect to run into heavy traffic.
The university is holding its annual Commencement ceremony Friday, beginning at 8:30am.
According to a Wash U press release, some 15,000 people will attend the ceremony. Traffic backups should be anticipated on streets near the university, especially Forsyth, Big Bend, Forest Park Parkway and Skinker.
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Drivers who normally take those routes to work may want to consider an alternative on Friday morning.
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