All New York Construction-Related Closures Paused For Memorial Day Weekend All New York Construction-Related Closures Paused For Memorial Day Weekend
All New York Construction-Related Closures Paused For Memorial Day Weekend Lane closures due to construction will be temporarily paused across New York State in the hopes of easing travel over Memorial Day weekend. On Thursday, May 25, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that temporary lane closures on New York State highways will be paused to accommodate holiday travel. The construction will be suspended starting at 6 a.m. on Friday, May 26, and will last through 6 a.m. on Tuesday, May 30. "Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of the summer season, and New Yorkers across the state will be hitting the road to enjoy time with friends and family," Governor Hochul said…
Here Are The Best, Worst Times To Get Out Of Town For Memorial Day Weekend In The DMV Here Are The Best, Worst Times To Get Out Of Town For Memorial Day Weekend In The DMV
Here Are The Best, Worst Times To Get Out Of Town For Memorial Day Weekend In The DMV Travelers in the DMV region looking to get out of town for the long Memorial Day Weekend may want to hit the road as AAA anticipates near record-high travelers for the holiday. With the COVID-19 pandemic truly i the rearview mirror, AAA is projecting that 42.3 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles away from home, representing a possible 7 percent increase over 2022, marking the beginning of the busy summer travel season. In the region, those looking to get away for the weekend are being advised to leave before noon on Friday, May 26, if they hope to avoid gridlocks and headaches o…
Rt. 80 Crash Backs Up Rush-Hour Traffic In Morris County: DEVELOPING Rt. 80 Crash Backs Up Rush-Hour Traffic In Morris County: DEVELOPING
Rt. 80 Crash Backs Up Rush-Hour Traffic In Morris County: DEVELOPING A crash on Route 80 shut down multiple lanes and backed up rush-hour traffic in Morris County on Thursday, May 25, developing reports say. The crash with reported injuries occurred in the westbound lanes east of exit 28 to CR 631/US 46 in Roxbury Township around 3:40 p.m., according to 511NJ. Two of three left lanes were initially shut down, causing delays of up to 20 minutes. One lane had reopened as of around 4:10 p.m. Crash with Injuries on I-80 westbound East of Exit 28 - CR 631/US 46 (Roxbury Twp) 2 Left lanes of 3 lanes closed 15-20 minute delay https://t.co/IRFIJC5LCr — 511NJ I80…
Eastbound Bay Bridge Lanes Blocked After Crash (DEVELOPING) Eastbound Bay Bridge Lanes Blocked After Crash (DEVELOPING)
Eastbound Bay Bridge Lanes Blocked After Crash (DEVELOPING) Traffic was tied up on the Eastbound Bay Bridge after a driver crashed and suffered an injury in Maryland, according to officials. At approximately 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 25, the Maryland Department of Transportation issued an alert advising that lanes in both directions on the bridge have been blocked due to a crash. Eastbound Bay Bridge lanes blocked from crash w/injury. 1-877-BAYSPAN (229-7726) #mdtraffic — MDTA (@TheMDTA) May 25, 2023 Officials say that the lanes will remain blocked in both directions while first responders evaluate and treat at least one person. EMS unit o…
Serious Crash Closes Route 71 On Jersey Shore (DEVELOPING) Serious Crash Closes Route 71 On Jersey Shore (DEVELOPING)
Serious Crash Closes Route 71 On Jersey Shore (DEVELOPING) A serious rush-hour crash closed Route 71 in Monmouth County, authorities said. The crash occurred at about 7:45 a.m. Thursday, May 25 near Route 537 (Eatontown Road) in Oceanport, according to the New Jersey Department of Transportation. All lanes remained closed at about 9:10 a.m., 511nj.org reported. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Serious Crash Closes Route 18 In Tinton Falls (Developing) Serious Crash Closes Route 18 In Tinton Falls (Developing)
Serious Crash Closes Route 18 In Tinton Falls (Developing) A serious crash closed Route 18 on the Jersey Shore, authorities said. The crash occurred at about 2:30 p.m.on Wednesday, May 24 in the southbound lanes of Route 18 at the Garden State Parkway in Tinton Falls, according to the New Jersey Department of Transportation. All lanes were closed, 511nj.org reported.  An unconfirmed report said a box truck and SUV were involved in the crash and that there was at least one serious injury. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Major Roads Closed After Tanker Overturns, Spills Tar All Over Baltimore Bridge Major Roads Closed After Tanker Overturns, Spills Tar All Over Baltimore Bridge
Major Roads Closed After Tanker Overturns, Spills Tar All Over Baltimore Bridge Traffic was tied up in northeast Baltimore on Wednesday afternoon when a tanker overturned and spilled tar all over the roadway, leading to multiple road closures. The Moravia Road Bridge and portion of I-895 had to be shut down at approximately 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 24, when the truck apparently struck a guard rail and flipped onto its side, spilling the tar. The site of the tanker crash.MDTA According to the Maryland Department of Transportation, as of 1 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon, southbound access to the interstate remained closed due to a crash on the overpass. Balt Ci…
Philadelphia Resident Dies In Crash On Atlantic City Expressway (PHOTOS) Philadelphia Resident Dies In Crash On Atlantic City Expressway (PHOTOS)
Philadelphia Resident Dies In Crash On Atlantic City Expressway (PHOTOS) A 36-year-old Philadelphia resident died in a crash on the Atlantic City Expressway Tuesday, May 23, authorities said. A vehicle heading west on the highway ran off the road, struck several trees, and overturned around 3 p.m. near milepost 33.3 in Winslow Township, New Jersey State Police Trooper Charles Marchan said. A passenger in the vehicle, Percell Gray, died, while the driver suffered serious injuries, Marchan said. Winslow Township firefighters posted photos of the scene to Facebook. It appears one person was airlifted. On 23May23 the Winslow Township Fire Department responded …
Expect Delays: Closure Scheduled For Portion Of Northern State Parkway In Huntington Expect Delays: Closure Scheduled For Portion Of Northern State Parkway In Huntington
Expect Delays: Closure Scheduled For Portion Of Northern State Parkway In Huntington Drivers on Long Island are being warned about potential delays due to scheduled roadwork on the Northern State Parkway. On Wednesday night, May 24, the eastbound lanes of the parkway will close between Exit 40 (State Route 110) and Exit 41 (Wolf Hill Road) in the town of Huntington from 10 p.m. until 5 a.m., according to the Department of Transportation. The same stretch will close again from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. on Thursday, May 25. Transportation officials said the closures will allow crews to work on a drainage rehabilitation project. During the closure, drivers can follow a signed detour…
'Reckless' Crash Topples Traffic Light In Toms River: Police 'Reckless' Crash Topples Traffic Light In Toms River: Police
'Reckless' Crash Topples Traffic Light In Toms River: Police A 36-year-old Toms River woman lost control of her car and plowed into another stopped car while toppling a traffic signal, authorities said. On Tuesday, May 23, at approximately 12:30 p.m., Toms River police were dispatched to the intersection of Route 37 and Hooper Avenue for a reported motor vehicle accident.  The initial investigation revealed Daniella Ippolitto was traveling westbound on Route 37 "at a high rate of speed" when she lost control of her SUV while changing lanes, police said.  She crashed into a vehicle that was stopped for the red light at t…
Serious Crash Closes Atlantic City Expressway In Winslow Township (Developing) Serious Crash Closes Atlantic City Expressway In Winslow Township (Developing)
Serious Crash Closes Atlantic City Expressway In Winslow Township (Developing) A serious crash had closed the Atlantic City Expressway in Camden County, authorities said. The crash occurred at about 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday, May 23 on the ACE westbound, west of Exit 33 in Winslow Township, according to the South Jersey Transportation Authority. All lanes were closed, 511nj.org reported. An unconfirmed report said there was a fatality and at least two people were airlifted to hospitals. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Driver Killed After Overturning Tractor-Trailer On I-95 In Elkton: State Police Driver Killed After Overturning Tractor-Trailer On I-95 In Elkton: State Police
Driver Killed After Overturning Tractor-Trailer On I-95 In Elkton: State Police Several lanes on I-95 in Cecil County were blocked on Tuesday afternoon as Maryland State Police investigated a fatal crash involving a tractor-trailer. Anthony Borden, 55, of Tuscumbia, Alabama, has been identified as the driver who was killed on I-95 in Elkton after losing control of his truck and overturning, tying up traffic in the area for more than eight hours. Police say that Borden was driving at approximately 5:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 23 through Elkton, when he lost control in the northbound lanes, swerved to the left, and struck the guardrail, causing the tractor-trailer to overt…
One Person Hospitalized In Montgomery County Crash; Lanes Blocked, Police Say One Person Hospitalized In Montgomery County Crash; Lanes Blocked, Police Say
One Person Hospitalized In Montgomery County Crash; Lanes Blocked, Police Say Traffic is tied up in Rockville, where there was a two-vehicle crash that left one person trapped on Monday afternoon. At approximately 1 p.m. on Monday, May 22, first responders were called to Veirs Mill Road near Edmonston Drive, where there was a reported crash that left one vehicle on the roof in the middle of the roadway. Traffic Alert - 1:00 p.m. Collision closed Veirs Mill Rd at Edmonston Dr in both directions. Expect significant delays. pic.twitter.com/TqSk7ygxjU — Rockville City Police Department (@RockvilleCityPD) May 22, 2023 One person was rushed to an area hospital with ser…