PARAMUS, NJ — Commuters on NJ 17 are facing delays this morning due to a downed pole and wires. The incident, affecting both directions of travel just south of Century Road, was initially reported at 7:00 AM and subsequently updated at 7:26 AM.
Currently, one right lane of the three northbound lanes is closed, although all southbound lanes remain open. Motorists traveling northbound on NJ 17 near Paramus should anticipate slowdowns and are advised to use caution or seek alternate routes.
The New Jersey Department of Transportation is on site, assessing the situation and beginning cleanup and repair efforts to restore full traffic flow as quickly as possible.