Interstate 80 East in New Jersey will be closed until further notice after a sinkhole opened up during rush hour Thursday morning, shuttering eastbound lanes in Morris County.
Friday, December 27, 2024 2:24AM
The sinkhole opened up around 7:45 a.m. just past Exit 34 in Wharton, swallowing a portion of the shoulder and encroaching on the right lane. As of just before 10 a.m., westbound lanes were still open, but police warned of an increased amount of traffic diverted through town and urged drivers to avoid Route 8 if possible until the situation is fixed.Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes, such as Route 46, or use the following detour that remains in place.
Motorists on I-80 eastbound are advised to take Exit 28/Route 46 eastbound to Route 10/Ledgewood/Lake Hopatcong, which is several miles before the closureStay in the left two lanes to turn left at the traffic signal to continue on Route 46 eastboundor Continue on Route 46 eastbound for about 12 miles and stay left for I-80 eastbound
I80 Morris County Traffic Nj Traffic Detour 15710290
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