Crime & Safety

Downed Wire Closes Road Near Howell-Lakewood Border

Authorities say the closure is anticipated to be in place into the early evening.

HOWELL, NJ — A downed wire has forced authorities to close Squankum Road in both directions Monday afternoon.

The wire is down just north of the Lakewood border, Lakewood police said.

The closure is anticipated to last until about 5 p.m., police said.

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