Sinkhole causes highway collapse in New Jersey, disrupting holiday traffic

A sinkhole has caused a section of Route 80 in Wharton, New Jersey, to collapse, disrupting traffic for commuters returning from the Christmas holiday. The sinkhole appeared on the shoulder of the highway, but no vehicles fell in. The incident was reported around 7:35 a.m. on Thursday, leading to the closure of eastbound lanes. Traffic is being detoured to Exit 34, with the Department of Transportation working on emergency repairs. Commuters expressed frustration on social media, sharing their experiences of navigating the detours. The duration of the repairs is currently unknown.