Elmhurst, IL – Overnight rainstorms have led to significant flooding, resulting in the closure of North Avenue at the I-290 expressway approaches in both directions. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) maintains North Avenue and has deployed crews and contractors to the site to pump out the water and restore the roadway.
According to the Elmhurst Police Department, the flooding has made the road impassable, and there is no immediate timeline for reopening. This closure affects a major thoroughfare, causing significant traffic disruptions. Motorists are advised to plan alternate travel routes that bypass North Avenue at this time to avoid delays.
IDOT crews are working diligently with contractors to mitigate the flooding. The overnight storms brought heavy rainfall, overwhelming the drainage systems and leading to extensive water accumulation on the roadway. The Elmhurst Police Department and IDOT urge drivers to exercise caution and seek alternative routes until the situation is resolved.
