UPDATE, Aug. 29 — Traffic is flowing again on portions of Interstate 86 just north of Elmira to both the east and westbound lanes.

As of Tuesday morning, Aug. 29 around 10 a.m., I-86 was cleared of any roadblocks allowing traffic to open back up along the main artery in the area.

HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WETM) – Interstate 86 is currently closed due to flooding in the area.

Lane closures are currently in place on I-86 at Exit 54 at Latta Brook Road in Horseheads. All lanes are closed due to weather-related delays.

Currently, the westbound lane is submerged and flowing into the eastbound lane.

Motorists are encouraged to use caution while driving in these conditions.