Christian County, IL – A portion of County Highway 1, also known as the Nokomis blacktop, is currently closed near the south Christian County line as deputies investigate a traffic crash.
According to the Christian County Sheriff’s Office, the closure was announced Wednesday morning. The highway is shut down in both directions while emergency crews respond to the scene and conduct an on-site investigation.
Authorities have not released further details about the crash, including how many vehicles were involved or if any injuries were reported. Drivers are being urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes until the roadway reopens.
Motorists traveling between Nokomis and the southern part of Christian County may experience delays throughout the day as crews work to clear the scene. Updates will be provided by the Sheriff’s Office as the investigation continues.
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