Boone County, IN – Drivers traveling through central Indiana are facing sudden delays today after a crash forced the shutdown of a major highway in Boone County.
According to the Boone County Sheriff’s Office, U.S. Route 421 is fully shut down between State Road 47 and 500 North due to a traffic accident reported Wednesday. Officials are urging motorists to use extreme caution and avoid the area if possible as emergency crews respond at the scene.
The closure impacts a key north-south route used by commuters traveling between Lebanon, Whitestown, and surrounding areas, with ripple effects possible for drivers heading toward the Indianapolis metro region. No immediate estimate has been given for when the roadway will reopen.
Authorities have not yet released details regarding injuries, vehicles involved, or the cause of the crash. Traffic backups are expected to increase during peak travel hours, particularly for drivers unfamiliar with local detours.
Motorists are encouraged to seek alternate routes, including nearby county roads, and to allow extra travel time if passing through Boone County today. Updates are expected as the situation develops and cleanup efforts continue.
Drivers are also reminded to slow down near emergency scenes and follow all directions from law enforcement and traffic control personnel.
This is a developing situation, and information may change as more details become available.
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