Black Friday traffic halts parking at Pocono Premium Outlets
Heavy traffic on Black Friday led to a temporary shutdown of parking lots at the Pocono Premium Outlets in Tannersville, Pennsylvania. Authorities halted incoming vehicles after congestion overwhelmed the area around the popular shopping complex.
Officials urge shoppers to delay trips
Local police asked drivers to postpone their visits or use alternative routes. According to statements, the closure was aimed at easing gridlock and ensuring public safety as crowds flooded the shopping destination for holiday deals.
“Due to congestion, parking lots at Pocono Premium Outlets are temporarily closed,” officials announced on Friday, noting that traffic would reopen once the situation stabilized.
Situation resolved after several hours
After several hours, traffic began to normalize, and parking access was gradually restored. The incident highlighted the high consumer turnout for Black Friday sales across regional retail centers.
Author summary
Black Friday traffic at Pocono Premium Outlets forced a short-term parking lot closure as police managed overcrowding and later reopened access once congestion eased.
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