{
  "id": 4996971,
  "title": "Night closures on Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway in Penang from Sept 7 to 9",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/night-closures-on-tun-dr-lim-chong-eu-expressway-in-penang-from-sept-4996971",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-02T02:15:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/09/02/night-closures-on-tun-dr-lim-chong-eu-expressway-from-sept-7-to-9/233607"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "From September 7 to 9, the evening stretch of the Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway in George Town will be subject to temporary closures and traffic detours. The developer, IJM Land Berhad, has announced these measures will be implemented from 10pm to 5am daily, along the stretch between the Jalan Tunku Kudin junction and Jalan Ahmad Nor. The purpose of the nightly closures is to construct an elevated U-turn facility that will enhance traffic flow, particularly in anticipation of the forthcoming Air Itam Bypass, which aims to alleviate congestion on the Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway. Drivers heading towards George Town during these hours are urged to plan their trips accordingly, follow the on-site directional traffic signs, and exercise caution when approaching the construction site to ensure everyone's safety.",
  "summary": "GEORGE TOWN, Sept 2 — The George Town-bound stretch of the Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway will undergo temporary n...",
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      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Night closures on Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway in Penang from Sept 7 to 9",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/night-closures-on-tun-dr-lim-chong-eu-expressway-in-penang-from-sept",
        "published": "2026-09-02T02:15:51.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}