Ross Avenue in El Centro to temporarily close due to road work

EL CENTRO, Calif. (KYMA) - The City of El Centro says Ross Avenue, between Industry Way and Dogwood Avenue, will be temporarily closed.

According to a press release, the closure, which begins Saturday, is due to a planned road work.

The City says the road will be closed to all vehicular traffic, with drivers, cyclists and pedestrians being encouraged to plan ahead and allow additional traffic time while traveling in the area.

The City also says the traffic will be detoured using the following route: Ross Avenue to Industry Way to Heil Avenue to Ross Avenue.

There will also be detour signs throughout to guide drivers safely through the alternate route, according to the City, who says drivers are encouraged to reduce speed and remain alert of construction crews and equipment operating within the work zone.

The road work is set to conclude Sunday. To learn more about the road closure, read the press release, written in English and Spanish, below.