MOUNT VERNON — The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced a lane reduction between Mt. Vernon and Ina on Interstate 57.

The contractor is milling and resurfacing the existing roadway from milepost 87 to milepost 92 between the hours of 7 p.m. and 7 a.m.

Motorists should reduce speed, be alert to equipment and workers, and use extreme caution when traveling through the work zones.

Major delays are expected. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes and detours during the designated work hours.