Boone County, Indiana – A crash shut down both directions of State Road 47 in Boone County on Wednesday, disrupting traffic between 500 West and 5225 West SR 47.
According to the Boone County Sheriff’s Office, the roadway was closed after an accident was reported in the area. Authorities urged drivers to use caution and avoid the stretch of highway while crews respond.
The closure affects traffic in both directions, limiting access through a key east-west corridor in the county. Officials have not yet released details about injuries, the number of vehicles involved, or an estimated timeline for reopening.
Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes and monitor local updates for reopening information. Motorists traveling through rural portions of Boone County may encounter delays as traffic is diverted.
State Road 47 serves as a connector for local commuters, farm traffic, and residents traveling between communities west of Lebanon. The closure may also impact students and young workers commuting through the area during afternoon travel hours.
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office said additional updates will be provided as they become available.
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