"A passing motorist reported multiple vehicles disabled by the debris on the westbound side between exits 61 and 62 at around 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, according to police. Highway patrol officers then closed the right lane and helped motorists with changing tires and contacting tow trucks."
"Highway patrol officers then closed the right lane and helped motorists with changing tires and contacting tow trucks, police said, adding that workers from the state's Department of Transportation were also contacted and responded to remove the debris from the roadway. The lane was reopened at around 10:20 p.m."
On Tuesday night around 9:30 p.m., a motorist reported multiple disabled vehicles on the westbound Long Island Expressway in Holtsville between exits 61 and 62, caused by metal debris on the roadway. Suffolk police highway patrol officers responded by closing the right lane to ensure safety. Officers assisted affected motorists with tire changes and coordinated tow truck services. State Department of Transportation workers were also contacted and arrived to clear the debris from the roadway. The right lane was successfully reopened at approximately 10:20 p.m.
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