St. Charles County, MO – Drivers traveling through western St. Charles County are facing significant disruptions this morning after westbound Interstate 70 was shut down at Cave Springs due to police activity.
According to the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) St. Louis, all westbound lanes of I-70 at Cave Springs are closed as law enforcement responds to an active situation in the area. The closure was announced publicly by MoDOT, and no estimated time for reopening has been provided.
The affected area is located near Cave Springs in St. Charles County, just west of St. Peters and within the greater St. Louis metro region. Traffic backups are already forming, and motorists should expect delays if traveling through the corridor.
Drivers heading west are being advised to use alternate routes, including local roads or nearby interstates, until the closure is lifted. MoDOT has not released details regarding the nature of the police activity, and authorities have not indicated whether the incident involves a crash, investigation, or public safety threat.
Motorists are urged to avoid the area if possible and to allow extra travel time, especially during peak commuting hours. Emergency vehicles may be entering and exiting the roadway, and traffic conditions could change quickly.
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available or when westbound lanes reopen. Travelers can monitor MoDOT traffic maps or local alerts for the latest conditions.
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