Large sections of downtown closed off for NATO: What you need to know
Several roads are closed off to encompass the security zone, with a heavy law enforcement presence in the vicinity along with barricades and metal fences.
Downtown road closures, security measures announced for NATO 2025
Impacted roads include parts of East Monument Avenue, North Jefferson Street, West First Street, North Ludlow Street and West Third Street.
Roads will be closed until the NATO Assembly ends on Monday, May 26.
Local law enforcement is stressing safety throughout the weekend. Officials are encouraging residents to pay attention when driving through areas with blockades as well as being aware of pedestrian traffic.
Dayton leaders are anticipating many visitors on foot who will be walking near these roads from Thursday through Monday, so it is important to watch out for those people in those areas closest to the perimeter of the NATO Village.
When driving through the area at night, police are still asking for you to drive with caution and be aware of any overnight work that may be happening in the security zone.
These barricades will stay up throughout the night in the NATO Village, so people will be unable to pass through overnight without the proper NATO clearance.
Officials expect the downtown area to be cleared and back to normal by next Wednesday, May 28.
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