Sinkhole closes eastbound lanes of I-80 in New Jersey after collapse into mine

A sinkhole has closed the eastbound lanes of Interstate 80 in Wharton, New Jersey, after a section collapsed into an abandoned mine. The hole measures 40 feet wide and appeared Thursday morning. Road crews are currently working to stabilize the area and begin repairs. The New Jersey Department of Transportation has not provided a timeline for when the lanes will reopen. Motorists are being directed to take detours while repairs are underway. Delays are expected as work continues around the clock.