The Lakewood Police Department is advising motorists that beginning at 10:00 p.m. tonight, Tueaday, June 30, the township’s contractor will begin intersection improvement work at Carey Street and Forest Avenue.

The intersection will be closed to all through traffic during construction.

A signed detour will direct motorists to use Route 9 between 14th Street and 9th Street.

Forest Avenue between 14th Street and 9th Street will remain open to local traffic and residents only. Residents should access their homes from the Carey Street side where their residence is located.

Motorists are urged to avoid the area if possible and allow extra travel time while the work is underway.