Rocky Ford Road closing today for repair work

Rocky Ford Road in Columbus will be closing starting this morning as crews work to repair the road.

According to Columbus City Utilities, the work will be going on between Middle Road and Candlelight Village. The work is expected to last until noon on Thursday.

You should take an alternative route and avoid the area if you can.

Authorities urge you to slow down, to drive without distractions, to obey work zone signs and to be extra alert to worker safety in all work zones.