Bay County, MI – Drivers traveling through Bay County are facing significant delays today after a crash forced the closure of southbound Interstate 75 near Pinconning.
According to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), I-75 southbound is closed after Exit 181 in Pinconning due to a crash reported earlier today. The incident is marked on MDOT’s MiDrive traffic map, with emergency response and traffic control measures active in the area.
The closure affects a key stretch of I-75 that connects travelers between northern Bay County, Linwood, and the Saginaw metropolitan area, and is expected to cause backups during peak travel hours. As of the latest update, no estimated time for reopening has been provided.
MDOT is urging motorists to seek alternate routes and avoid the area if possible. Northbound traffic is not currently impacted, but congestion may increase near exit ramps and local roads as drivers divert around the closure.
Officials have not released details regarding injuries or the number of vehicles involved. The cause of the crash has also not been confirmed. Motorists are reminded to slow down when approaching emergency scenes and follow posted detours and traffic control instructions.
Real-time updates on lane closures, detours, and road conditions can be found through MDOT’s MiDrive traffic map or official MDOT social media channels.
Drivers heading through Bay County, Pinconning, or along the I-75 corridor should allow extra travel time today and monitor alerts closely as conditions may change quickly.
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