Eastbound lanes of Interstate 80 in Wharton, New Jersey, have been shut down as crews investigate a potentially recurring sinkhole. Concerns about the hole were raised Monday morning when a depression in the center lane was spotted. The NJDOT says the roadway will remain closed until further notice and motorists are advised to expect delays and use alternate routes.
A portion of I-80 in Wharton, New Jersey was closed Monday afternoon as crews investigate a sinkhole threat.Eastbound lanes of Interstate 80 in Wharton, New Jersey , have been shut down as emergency crews work to repair a potentially recurring sinkhole.sinkhole from December is returningConcerns about the hole were raised around 6:45 a.m. Monday when a depression in the center lane was spotted. The cause for the buckle in the roadway has not been determined.
The NJDOT says the roadway in Wharton will remain closed until further notice and are advising motorists to expect delays and to use alternate routes. Traffic is currently being diverted to Exit 34 but the agency suggests drivers use Exit 28 to Route 46 or Route 10 as alternates.
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