Traffic backed up along southbound Highway 99 in Fresno due to emergency road work

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Traffic along Highway 99 is backed up for miles in Fresno due to emergency road construction, according to Caltrans.

Caltrans officials said crews are working to repair a pothole on the southbound lanes of the highway near Fresno Street. They said drivers should expect delays and suggest avoiding the area if possible.

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