New Jersey Interstate 80 Closed Due to Major Sinkhole

Interstate 80 in Wharton, New Jersey, is facing significant disruptions due to a newly discovered sinkhole, leading to the closure of both directions. The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) is detouring traffic via Route 15, Route 10, and Route 46, while also working on emergency repairs to address the ongoing issues caused by multiple sinkholes in the area. Originally, the westbound lanes were scheduled for work to prepare for a crossover to alleviate traffic from the eastbound closure, but the emergence of the sinkhole necessitated a complete shutdown of westbound traffic as well. State officials are finalizing a plan to create a crossover that will allow some eastbound traffic to use a westbound lane, expected to take about two weeks to construct. Navigation apps like Google Maps and Waze are being utilized to help drivers navigate the detours, although caution is advised as routes may change based on local conditions. The situation remains fluid, with further updates anticipated as repairs progress.