NYC Gridlock Alert Days 2024: What you need to know

MANHATTAN, New York (WABC) -- Gridlock Alert Days returned to New York City with the United Nations General Assembly in September.

On Gridlock Alert Days, drivers should expect extensive street closures and/or delays across Manhattan.

NYC DOT strongly encourages drivers to use alternative modes of transportation, especially on these days.

New Yorkers are encouraged to get around by using regional rail lines, the subway and bus system, ferries, cycling, and walking.

NYC DOT has identified 20 Gridlock Alert Days through the end of the year - the days when traffic is expected to be at its slowest and most congested.



2024 Gridlock Alert Days are:



Monday, September 23
Tuesday, September 24
Wednesday, September 25
Thursday, September 26
Friday, September 27
Wednesday, November 20
Thursday, November 21
Friday, November 22
Tuesday, November 26
Tuesday, December 3
Wednesday, December 4
Thursday, December 5
Friday, December 6
Tuesday, December 10
Wednesday, December 11
Thursday, December 12
Friday, December 13
Tuesday, December 17
Wednesday, December 18
Thursday, December 19

For more information, visit nyc.gov/gridlockalert.


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