SOUTHERN ILLINOIS — IDOT says there will be a lane reduction on I-57 in Franklin and Jefferson counties during nighttime hours starting Monday.

From 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., a contractor will be resurfacing the existing roadway from milepost 79 to 87.5. The work is expected to last six nights, weather permitting. Minor delays are expected. Use extreme caution when traveling through this area.

To avoid any delays, you should seek an alternate route.