Miami Marathon Sparks Widespread Road Closures, Traffic Changes from Friday
The Miami Marathon, scheduled for Sunday, is leading to significant road closures and traffic alterations throughout the city. These changes will commence on Friday, according to local officials.
Miami Marathon: Road Closures and Traffic Changes
Residents and visitors should prepare for disruptions, especially along Biscayne Boulevard and adjacent routes. Below are key details regarding the road changes:
Key Road Changes Starting Friday
- 10 a.m. Friday: Biscayne Boulevard will shift to a counterflow pattern. Northbound lanes between Southeast Second Street and Northeast Second Street will close. Traffic from Chopin Plaza will be redirected to southbound lanes until reaching Northeast Second Street.
- 9 p.m. Saturday: Northbound traffic at Chopin Plaza will be diverted westbound on Southeast Second Street. Southbound routes will be redirected at Northeast First Street with a continuation down Southeast Second Avenue.
- 10 p.m. Saturday: Biscayne Boulevard will close to traffic between Northeast Sixth Street and Northeast Ninth Street. Northbound traffic will be redirected westbound on Northeast Sixth Street, while southbound access remains open.
- 2 a.m. Sunday: Closure of Biscayne Boulevard between Northeast Sixth Street and Northeast 13th Street begins. All traffic, including that from the Port of Miami, will be rerouted westbound on Northeast Sixth Street.
Citywide Road Closures
Widespread road closures will start at 5 a.m. on Sunday. The roads are anticipated to reopen around 2 p.m. However, the counterflow on Biscayne Boulevard is expected to remain in place until approximately 5 p.m.
Advice for Motorists
Officials are advising drivers to seek alternative routes during the marathon weekend. Miami police and personnel from outside agencies will be positioned at various closures to assist motorists.
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