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Full Closures Panned For Long Island Expressway In Islip

Scheduled roadwork could spell delays for Long Island drivers in the coming days.

The Long Island Expressway in Islip. 

The Long Island Expressway in Islip. 

Photo Credit: Google Maps street view

Between Wednesday, April 24, and Friday, April 26, overnight lane closures will impact both directions of the Long Island Expressway in Islip at different times.

On Wednesday, April 24, the westbound lanes will shut down between Exit 57 and Exit 56 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Thursday, April 25.

Westbound traffic will again be closed Thursday night between Exit 55 and Exit 53.

On Friday, all eastbound lanes will close between Exit 53 and Exit 57 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.

The closures will allow crews to facilitate a bridge cleaning project, transportation officials said. During those times, traffic will follow a signed detour.

Drivers were warned of possible delays and reminded that fines are doubled for speeding in a work zone.

You can find the latest travel information by calling 511 or visiting 511ny.org.

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