Emergency repairs underway on I-287 in Morris County, NJ after roadway buckles in 2 locations
MORRIS COUNTY, New Jersey (WABC) -- Emergency repairs are underway on a major highway at two locations in Morris County, New Jersey, after the roadway buckled on Tuesday.
Officials say I-287 southbound has lane closures in two locations, one in Riverdale, and another in Montville, where the expansion of bridge joints caused the concrete roadway to buckle.
The left and center lanes on I-287 southbound remain closed South of Exit 57 - Skyline Drive in Oakland and South of Exit 52/Rt 23 in Montville. One lane remains open.
NJDOT crews worked overnight to repair the damaged roadway joints and are expected to complete work later Wednesday morning to reopen all lanes. The metal roadway joints expanded in the extreme heat, pushing against the concrete causing it to break apart. Crews replaced the rebar and are repaving the damaged section of the roadway.
They are advising motorists to use caution, and expect delays.
This is breaking news. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
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