ODOT: I-71 lane closures scheduled this week

Lane closures will be in place on Interstate 71 in Clinton County this week, according to the Ohio Department of Transportation.

Beginning at 8 p.m. each night this week, contractors for the Ohio Department of Transportation will impart lane closures on I-71 North and South, between S.R. 72 and U.S. 68, until 6 a.m. the following day. Lane closures will start on the southbound lanes, and when complete, will move to the northbound lanes. Traffic will be maintained through the work zone.

Motorists are reminded to exercise additional caution through the area. All work is weather permitting.

For ongoing traffic, construction and weather-related information throughout the state, please visit www.OHGO.com.