Aurora, IL – Commuters in Aurora are facing delays this morning after a traffic crash near the intersection of North Eola Road and Liberty Street prompted an emergency response and partial road obstruction.
According to the Aurora Police Department, officers and emergency crews arrived on scene shortly after the incident to begin clearing the roadway. The department warned that traffic in the area will remain slowed while crews work to remove the obstruction and ensure the intersection is safe for travel.
Police are urging drivers to avoid the area and use alternative routes until the roadway is fully reopened. No estimated time for clearance has been provided, but officials said updates will be shared as soon as the roadway is safe for normal traffic flow.
North Eola Road is a heavily traveled connector in Aurora, linking neighborhoods, schools, and commercial corridors. Morning-hour disruptions along this stretch often result in extended delays, particularly for commuters heading toward Naperville, DuPage County, and the broader Chicago metro area.
Motorists traveling through the area should plan for additional drive time and remain alert for emergency personnel working in the roadway. Drivers who witnessed the crash or have dashboard camera footage may contact Aurora police as the investigation continues.
Residents reported noticeable traffic backups spreading toward nearby subdivisions and shopping centers as crews continued their response.
More information will be provided once updates are released by the Aurora Police Department.
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