Ludlow, IL – Route 45 in Ludlow is shut down to through traffic Friday afternoon after a vehicle accident prompted a multi-agency emergency response.
According to the Paxton Fire Department, crews from Rantoul Fire, Ludlow Fire, and Paxton Fire are currently on scene working the incident. Drivers are being urged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes until the roadway is cleared.
Authorities said the closure is necessary to allow first responders to safely manage the scene. The exact cause of the crash and the number of vehicles involved have not been released.
Motorists are asked to slow down, stay alert, and give emergency crews room to work. Officials added that updates will be shared as more information becomes available.
Residents traveling through Champaign County should plan for potential delays and monitor local updates for when Route 45 reopens.
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