Expect Traffic Delays: Sayreville Issues Bass Pro Opening Advisory
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SAYREVILLE, NJ — Drivers near Main Street Extension and Riverton Boulevard should prepare for significant delays Wednesday, Nov. 11, when Bass Pro Shops holds its grand opening, according to a new borough traffic advisory.
The notice, posted Nov. 8, asks motorists who are not attending to avoid the surrounding area when possible and use alternate routes. Those heading to the opening should allow extra travel time.
Where Drivers Could See Delays
Sayreville’s Office of Emergency Management says increased traffic is expected throughout opening day, particularly around Main Street Extension and Riverton Boulevard.
OEM said it has worked with local public-safety agencies, neighboring municipalities, Middlesex County and state partners on a traffic-management and public-safety plan.
The advisory does not list specific detours or confirmed road closures.
How To Get Updates
The borough plans to use its Rave Alert notification system for traffic advisories, road-closure information and other safety updates as conditions warrant.
Residents can find the emergency-notification registration link on the borough website. OEM said additional event information will be shared through its official channels.
Opening-Night Details
The new store is at 1 Bass Pro Drive in the Riverton complex. Bass Pro Shops lists pre-opening entertainment beginning at 5 p.m. Wednesday and an opening ceremony beginning at 6 p.m.
The company’s event page lists the ribbon cutting at 6:30 p.m. Visitors should check that page for the latest schedule before leaving.
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