The Cathedral Commons area in Washington D.C. is gearing up for some festive fanfare with its annual Holiday Tree Lighting celebration set for tomorrow, December 5. Commuters and visitors to the area should be aware of street closures and parking restrictions associated with the event, detailed in a recent advisory from the Metropolitan Police Department.
According to the Metropolitan Police Department's advisory, Newark Street, from Wisconsin Avenue to Idaho Avenue, NW, will not only be designated as Emergency No Parking but will also be closed off to vehicles from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on the day of the event. Revelers descending upon the area should make parking plans, noting the restrictions starting to look for alternative options early to avoid the hassle.
The official traffic Twitter account, @DCPoliceTraffic, will share real-time updates for anyone driving during the event. While the tree lighting is meant to be a joyful community celebration, drivers should be aware that cars parked in areas marked with emergency no-parking signs may be ticketed or towed, as per the Metropolitan Police Department.
The public is reminded that these temporary adjustments to traffic and parking are subject to change, depending on the conditions of the day, as highlighted by the Metropolitan Police Department. To ensure no holiday errand goes awry, all should heed the emergency no parking signage aligning Newark Street, because those unaware may find their vehicles relocated sans voluntary consent.
