Chebanse, IL – Illinois State Police Troop 5 are responding to a semi-truck fire that has shut down part of Interstate 57 in Iroquois County on Monday. The incident occurred near milepost 300, just south of Chebanse, prompting a full closure of southbound lanes.
According to Illinois State Police, traffic is being rerouted at the Chebanse exit while crews work to extinguish the fire and clear debris from the roadway. Motorists traveling through the area should expect delays and are encouraged to seek alternate routes.
Authorities did not report any injuries as of press time, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation. Officials said the closure will remain in effect until the truck and debris are safely removed from the scene.
I-57 is a major north-south corridor connecting Chicago to southern Illinois, and the temporary closure is expected to affect travel through Kankakee and Iroquois counties for several hours.
Drivers are urged to check Illinois Department of Transportation alerts and local traffic apps for real-time updates before heading out.
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