Water Main Break Creates Heavy Delays Into JFK Airport
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) -- Travelers should pack some patience and extra time as they head to John F. Kennedy Airport.
There are heavy delays into the airport because of a major water main break that has closed part of the outbound Van Wyck Expressway.
Traffic Delays: Due to a water condition, expect traffic delays in the area of JFK Airport in Queens. Consider alternate routes.
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Travelers are being urged to take the AirTrain until repairs are made.
Heavy delays entering #JFK via Van Wyck due to water main break. Follow signs to Kiss and Fly AirTrain drop off to access all terminals. [46
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Port Authority said crews are assessing the damage and starting to fix the roadway.