Drivers in Duluth should prepare for a slight change of plans, as the 1000 block of E. Second Street is set to be rerouted for a couple of days to accommodate hospital upgrades. The temporary detour, affecting traffic from Tuesday, March 26 through Wednesday, March 27, will make way for necessary equipment deliveries and installations at St. Luke’s Hospital, according to a Facebook post by the city.
During this two-day span, the city will redirect E. Second Street's usual flow over to Fourth Street, and the road will be closed to traffic. Officials have worked out a set detour for motorists. While the emergency room at the hospital will continue to welcome patients throughout this process, its access has been adjusted to permit two-way traffic entering from Twelfth Avenue E. Nonetheless, pedestrians around the hospital are advised to remain alert as construction limits sidewalk availability.
Local officials are asking for cooperation from the community during the disruption, promising clear signage to guide drivers through the detour. The smooth continuation of hospital services, particularly emergency response, has been labeled as a priority. St. Luke's facilities, including their emergency room, maintain their commitment to providing care without interruption during the street closure.
With the promise that all will return to normal by Thursday, residents and commuters are being urged to recalibrate their drives and, above all, exercise patience the city expresses gratitude for residents’ understanding during the temporary detour and the ongoing construction efforts aimed at bolstering the services at St. Luke’s Hospital. For updates and further information, individuals are encouraged to check the social media channels and official announcements from the City of Duluth.
