Rt 70 westbound closed in cherry hill due to downed wires
Road closed sign - Stock photo by Pisut Veerahong

Rt 70 westbound closed in Cherry Hill due to downed wires

CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Route 70 westbound is closed between Cornell Avenue and Union Avenue due to downed wires across the roadway, the Cherry Hill Police Department announced Monday. Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes.

Authorities have not provided an estimated reopening time.

Commuters in Cherry Hill face delays as officials work to clear downed wires on a major roadway.

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