Camden County Roadwork

Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of August 10 to August 14.

“Motorists should plan ahead to take alternate routes and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destinations,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “Also, remember that when you’re traveling through a construction area, please slow down and stay alert for crew members and debris.”

Audubon

Crews will be working on East Atlantic Avenue on Monday, August 10, to Friday, August 14, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. There will be a partial eastbound road closure between West Merchant Street in Audubon and Station Avenue in Haddon Heights.

Barrington

Crews will be working on Third Avenue on Monday, August 10, to Friday, August 14, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. There will be a full road closure between Kingston Avenue in Barrington and West High Street in Haddon Heights.

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Dangers of Leaving Kids in Hot Cars

Credit: The Johns Hopkins Children’s Center Pediatric Injury Prevention Program

A display (courtesy of the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems) measures the temperature of the inside of a car compared with the actual outside temperature.

by Johns Hopkins Medicine

Newswise — The temperature will be heating up along the East Coast this week. When the temperature rises outside, a car can be a dangerous place for children. A car can heat up 20 degrees F in just 10 minutes. Even on a cloudy day, the temperature inside a car can reach more than 115 degrees Fahrenheit when the temperature outside is just 70 degrees. A child can die when his or her temperature reaches 107 degrees F. In 2026, 17 children have died from being in hot cars across the U.S.

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Get Connected with Your Government

At Town Halls, Public Meetings, Our App, or Social Media

Check out the various ways to engage with your local government, get important updates, and be involved! Join monthly meetings with the Camden County Board of Commissioners and Congressman Donald Norcross, follow our social media, browse the county website for programs and services, and download the free Camden County App for instant access to all events, alerts, concerts, news, and more right from your phone. To download the app, Click Here.

The next Caucus Meeting will be on Tuesday, August 18th, and the Commissioners Meeting Thursday, August 20th. All meetings are at 520 Market St, 6th Floor in Camden. To watch meetings online, Click Here.

The next Town Hall Meeting will be announced soon. If you have any questions or need assistance, please submit them, and we will forward them to the appropriate level of government. If you have a question, Click Here.

Air Quality Alert until 12:00AM Monday

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued a code orange air quality alert Sunday for Ocean County and southeastern Burlington County New Jersey. A code orange air quality alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children…people suffering from asthma… heart disease or other lung diseases…and the elderly. The effects of air pollution can be minimized by avoiding strenuous activity or exercise outdoors. For more information on ground-level ozone and fine particles…visit http://www.state.nj.us/dep/

* AFFECTED AREAS: OCEAN … COASTAL OCEAN … SOUTHEASTERN BURLINGTON

I-676 southbound overnight lane closures Monday and Tuesday night

I-676 southbound is scheduled have lane closures next week on Monday and Tuesday nights as a bridge replacement and paving project advances in Camden and Gloucester City, Camden County.

Beginning at 8 p.m. Monday, August 10 until 4 a.m. Tuesday, August 11, the right lane on I-676 southbound is scheduled to be closed between the Bridge over Newton Creek (mile post 0.6) and the I-76 Connector (mile post 0.2). A second lane will be closed at 9 p.m. Construction is expected to begin in the right lanes and move to the left as work progresses. The closure is necessary to restripe the roadway and shift traffic to the right in preparation for a long-term left lane closure, which will be implemented on Tuesday night. At least one lane will be maintained overnight.

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Consumer Safety Alert: Fake Squishy Toys

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers about fake and counterfeit squishy toys that may pose serious risks to children. CPSC is also reiterating its warning about serious burn hazards associated with a viral social media trend encouraging children and teens to microwave squishy toys.

Squishy toys — including popular animal, food, and character-shaped squeeze toys — are widely sold through online marketplaces, social media, discount stores, and other retailers. CPSC is aware of fake and counterfeit versions that do not comply with federal safety requirements for children’s toys, including requirements addressing water beads, small parts, lead, phthalates, and other hazardous substances.

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Delsea Drive/Route 47 alternating traffic Friday night in Deptford

Delsea Drive/Route 47 is scheduled to have a single lane closed overnight near Bennet Drive tonight with traffic maintained using an alternating traffic pattern as a corridor improvement project advances in Deptford, Gloucester County.

Beginning at 9 p.m. tonight, Friday, August 7 until 6 a.m. tomorrow, Saturday, August 8, a single lane is scheduled to be closed on Delsea Drive/Route 47 near Bennett Drive. The lane closure is necessary to restripe the roadway, place barrier and shift traffic. Alternating traffic will be maintained overnight.

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Fishermen and Boaters: Avoid Trouble, Steer Clear of Bubbles

NOAA Fisheries reminds all fishermen and boaters to keep a safe distance from whales. Whales can get hooked in tuna rigs or tangled in monofilament lines. Recently, the Atlantic Large Whale Disentanglement Network has received a number of reports of fishermen trolling their gear too close to humpback whales. This can result in injuries to both the whales and the people.

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Traffic Advisory

The long-term left lane closures on Route 322 eastbound and westbound will remain in place through Friday, August 21 in Logan Township, Gloucester County. The left lane closures were scheduled to reopen Tuesday, August 11 but have been extended due to inclement weather and other factors.

In addition, the work zones on Route 322 eastbound and westbound have been expanded to improve safety for crews. The original work zone at mile post 3.9 has now been expanded from mile post 3.7 to mile post 4.1.

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Route 44 Bridge Closed to Marine Traffic Due to Heat

The Route 44 Bridge over Mantua Creek between West Deptford and Paulsboro, Gloucester County was taken out of service for marine traffic last night because of excessive heat. Route 44/Crown Point Road remains open for vehicles.

The excessive heat has caused the expansion of some components on the bridge, which prohibits the bridge from opening to allow marine traffic to pass. In the closed position, the bridge has 2 feet of clearance over mean high water. Vessels that can transit safely under the bridge may do so. The United States Coast Guard has been notified.