Published Sunday, Nov. 13, 2016 | 10:19 a.m.
Updated Sunday, Nov. 13, 2016 | 6:37 p.m.
Drivers should avoid the Las Vegas Strip tonight, as the road will be closed for the 19th annual Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon.
Some road closures began as early as 9 a.m. today, while freeway ramps near the Strip will start shutting down about 2:30 p.m., according to Metro Police.
Drivers will not be able to cross Las Vegas Boulevard at most major intersections from Fremont Street to Sunset Road starting at 2 p.m., according to police.
Drivers heading eastbound from Interstate 15 exit ramps also will not be able to cross Las Vegas Boulevard.
Some roads will be reopened around 7 p.m., while some are expected to be closed until 2 a.m. Monday morning.
Just before 6 p.m., McCarran International Airport tweeted that traffic there was delayed because of the marathon-related closures. Those traveling to the airport were advised to use westbound Russell Road. Some motorists reported several hours' wait to get out of parking garages.
For a list of the closures and closing and opening times, click here.
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