Sinkhole Shuts Down Lanes on Route 18 South in East Brunswick, Police Warn of Delays

East Brunswick, NJ – Drivers were being advised to avoid a stretch of Route 18 South in East Brunswick after a sinkhole opened in the roadway, prompting police to close the affected area and redirect traffic yesterday.

The East Brunswick Police Department issued the advisory Saturday, warning motorists to avoid Route 18 South between Rues Lane and Main Street until further notice.

Police directing traffic

Officers responded to the scene and are assisting motorists as traffic is diverted around the damaged section of...