FORT LEE, NJ – Traffic into New York City is experiencing severe disruptions today due to a series of incidents affecting key routes. Commuters are facing significant delays as they navigate through multiple events causing congestion and slowdowns.
A crash on the George Washington Bridge Lower Level eastbound, on the New York side, occurred at 7:52 AM, blocking the center lane of three. This incident has significantly added to the morning congestion. Additionally, the Upper Level eastbound from New Jersey to New York is experiencing delays with travel times extending up to 50 minutes from I-95 at I-80 to the Alexander Hamilton Bridge, although all lanes remain open.
On NJ 21 southbound, a crash north of Chester Avenue in Newark at 7:51 AM closed two right lanes of three, creating a major bottleneck. In Linden, a water main break on US 1&9 southbound north of I-278/Goethals Bridge has led to runoff water closing one right lane of three since 1:15 AM, further complicating the traffic flow.
A debris spill on I-78 eastbound west of Exit 44 – CR 527/Glenside Avenue in Berkeley Heights Township was reported at 6:51 AM, shutting down one right lane of three. Meanwhile, on I-287 northbound at Exit 44 – US 202 in Boonton, a crash at 8:10 AM has closed one right lane of four, contributing to the delays.
An additional crash on I-80 eastbound west of Exit 28 – CR 631/US 46 in Roxbury Township at 7:26 AM resulted in the closure of one left lane of three, adding to the traffic woes.
The Holland Tunnel South Tube eastbound from Jersey City is experiencing delays, with travel times extending to 30 minutes from both New Jersey Turnpike Exit 14C and New Jersey 139 at Tonnelle Circle. Similarly, the Lincoln Tunnel Center Tube eastbound from New Jersey to New York has delays, with travel times now at 45 minutes from New Jersey Turnpike Exit 16E to the New York side.
Authorities are advising commuters to plan their routes accordingly, anticipate extended travel times, and consider alternative transportation options where possible. The Port Authority NY/NJ and NJ DOT are working to manage and clear the incidents as efficiently as possible.
Here’s what’s happening:
George Washington Bridge:
- Lower Level Eastbound New York Side: A crash occurred at 7:52 AM, blocking the center lane of three. This incident is contributing to heavy congestion.
- Upper Level Eastbound New Jersey Side (Fort Lee): There are delays reported with travel time taking up to 50 minutes from I-95 at I-80 to the Alexander Hamilton Bridge. All lanes remain open.
NJ 21 Southbound:
- North of Chester Avenue (Newark): A crash at 7:51 AM has closed two right lanes of three, exacerbating traffic conditions in the area.
US 1&9 Southbound:
- North of I-278/Goethals Bridge (Linden): A water main break at 1:15 AM has led to runoff water closing one right lane of three. This issue persisted into the morning commute.
I-78 Eastbound:
- West of Exit 44 – CR 527/Glenside Ave (Berkeley Heights Twp): Debris spill reported at 6:51 AM has shut down one right lane of three.
I-287 Northbound:
- Exit 44 – US 202 (Boonton): A crash at 8:10 AM closed one right lane of four, adding to the morning delays.
I-80 Eastbound:
- West of Exit 28 – CR 631/US 46 (Roxbury Twp): A crash at 7:26 AM has closed one left lane of three, affecting traffic flow.
Holland Tunnel South Tube Eastbound:
- Jersey City: Delays have extended travel times to 30 minutes from both New Jersey Turnpike Exit 14C and New Jersey 139 at Tonnelle Circle.
Lincoln Tunnel Center Tube Eastbound:
- New Jersey Side – Toll Plaza (Weehawken Twp): Delays reported with travel time now at 45 minutes from New Jersey Turnpike Exit 16E to the New York side.