Morning commuters traveling on southbound Route 896 should expect delays due to ongoing construction work that has forced the closure of the left lane.
The Delaware Department of Transportation reports that the left lane remains blocked between Welsh Tract Road and Old Baltimore Pike as crews continue their work.
The lane restriction is scheduled to remain in place until 6 AM, which could affect early morning rush hour traffic in the Newark area.
Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time and use caution when approaching the work zone. Traffic is being directed around the construction area using the remaining open lanes.
