if you don't like traffic jams but still need to commute brace yourself for this New York city is in for a rough drive today this Tuesday Morning New York City faces significant traffic disruptions due to a motorcycle crash in the Lincoln Tunnel and street closures for the United Nations General Assembly the crash happened around 3:50 a.m. in the center tube of the tunnel leaving the motorcyclist in critical condition while the center tube is still closed the North and South tubes are open after some early construction wrapped up ahead of schedule however commuters should expect substantial delays and it doesn't stop there the start of the United Nations General Assembly is causing road closures around First Avenue between 34th and 63rd streets until September 29th this means heavy traffic in these areas so drivers are strongly advised to seek alternate routs to sum up if you're commuting an NYC today plan ahead anticipate delays and consider public transportation or other routes stay safe out there in New York