HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) - Route 5 in Holyoke is temporarily closed between Jones Ferry Road and Highland Avenue due to significant flooding, according to MassDOT. The closure is expected to remain in effect through Thursday morning. Officials have installed message boards, barrels, and signage to alert drivers ahead of the affected area and are urging travelers to expect delays and drive with caution. MassDOT advises drivers to anticipate delays and exercise caution while navigating the region. Local News Headlines Route 5 closed in Holyoke due to flooding ‘Share the Warmth’ clothing drive kicks off in Northampton OneHolyoke CDC to host free community dinner event United Way hosts Stuff the Truck event in Holyoke WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on WWLP.com.