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State transportation officials have announced that all lanes of Interstate 80 near Wharton are expected to reopen by June 25. This comes after emergency repairs were necessitated by sinkholes in the area. The two westbound lanes are anticipated to reopen by May 4, with the eastbound lanes following by May 18.
The closure of the highway at Exit 34B was caused by three sinkholes that appeared over the past four months. Authorities suspect that abandoned underground mines are responsible for these sinkholes. The timeline for reopening aims to restore normal traffic flow and ease congestion in the region.
The ongoing repair work has been crucial to ensuring the safety and stability of the highway infrastructure. Commuters and residents in the area are advised to stay updated on the progress of the repairs and plan their travel accordingly.