UPDATE, Oct. 21: The South Ross Street closure between Magnolia and Thach avenues is expected to extend through Thursday, Oct. 23, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. while a contractor makes water and sewer connections.

Traffic control measures will be in place to help motorists navigate around the closure. Residences in the area will remain accessible during the work, and the sidewalk along Ross will remain open.

Oct. 17:

AUBURN, Ala. - South Ross Street between Magnolia and Thach avenues will be closed Tuesday, Oct. 21, and Wednesday, Oct. 22, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. while a contractor makes water and sewer connections.

Traffic will be detoured around the work via Magnolia Avenue, Debardeleben Street and Thach Avenue. Traffic control measures will be in place to help motorists navigate around the closure. Residences in the area will remain accessible during the work, and the sidewalk along Ross will remain open.

Drivers are advised to use caution in the area and to take alternate routes to avoid delays.