Grant Park, IL – Drivers in southern Kankakee County are being urged to avoid several key roads this afternoon as firefighters respond to an active structure fire and a separate traffic incident near Grant Park.
According to the Grant Park Fire District, crews are currently working a structure fire at Sunrise Nursery, prompting the closure of 9000N Road to allow fire apparatus and emergency personnel clear access to the scene. At the same time, Highway 17 is shut down at 18000 Road due to a separate accident that is impacting traffic in the area.
Fire officials emphasized that the road closures are necessary to ensure responder safety and to maintain a clear path for emergency vehicles. Motorists are being asked to plan alternate routes and avoid the area until crews clear both scenes.
The Sunrise Nursery fire remains under active investigation, and no injuries have been publicly reported as of this update. The cause of the fire has not yet been released. Details surrounding the crash at Highway 17 and 18000 Road were also not immediately available, though officials confirmed the closure would remain in place while emergency response and cleanup efforts continue.
Residents and commuters traveling through Grant Park, Kankakee County, and nearby areas are encouraged to monitor local alerts and allow extra travel time. Drivers attempting to pass through the closures may face significant delays or be turned around by emergency personnel.
Fire officials reiterated their request for cooperation, stating that keeping the roadways clear is critical to managing the emergency safely and efficiently.
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