(UPDATE: The replacement of an emergency pole on US 206 following this morning's fire is still affecting traffic flow, according to officials. One right lane will remain closed until 10:30 p.m. as part of the repairs.)

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — A transformer fire on US 206 is affecting commuter traffic around Morris County Wednesday morning, authorities said.

As of early this morning, there has been a transformer fire on US 206 northbound north of CR 612/Flanders Road, according to the New Jersey Department of Transportation's 511NJ website.

Read related: Over 2K Without Power In Morris County After Transformer Fire

One of the two right lanes is currently closed, the agency said.

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