The Queens-Midtown tunnel has partially reopened for two-way traffic after closing earlier today due to an accident that allowed water to begin flowing into the tunnel.
Officials say drivers should expect delays and congestion.
According to MTA CEO Janno Lieber, a private contractor hired by the city of New York was doing exploratory drilling along Manhattan's shore of the East River near the U.N., in order to find pylons that would support a greenway walk project along the riverfront.
According to Lieber, the contractor got bad information and began drilling atop the tunnel, and punched a 2 ½ inch hole in the tunnel's roof, allowing water to pour in.
Queens-Midtown tunnel issues create traffic havoc
The partial closure of the Queens-Midtown tunnel has causing traffic havoc for drivers throughout New York City. FOX 5 NY's Linda Schmidt has the story.
Repairs are now underway.
"We're working around-the-clock to get things fully operational at the Queens Midtown Tunnel," Mayor Eric Adams said in a post on X. "Right now, the northbound tunnel is open to two-way traffic to alleviate some of the traffic in the area. The southbound tunnel remains closed."
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Queens-Midtown Tunnel status
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This is a developing story.
https://www.fox5ny.com/news/nyc-queens-midtown-tunnel-closed
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