Grayslake, Illinois – Downed power lines across Route 120 forced a roadway closure in Grayslake, disrupting east–west traffic Monday.
According to the Village of Grayslake Police Department, Route 120 is temporarily closed between Hainesville Road and Alleghany Road after power lines fell into the roadway.
Police said the closure was issued as a safety precaution while crews work to remove the lines and restore safe travel conditions. The lines were reported blocking traffic lanes along the busy Lake County corridor.
Drivers are being urged to avoid the area and use alternate east–west routes until the roadway can safely reopen.
Authorities recommend detouring to Washington Street or Peterson Road to bypass the closure.
The police department did not immediately release details about what caused the lines to fall, but utility crews are currently working at the scene to clear the roadway and repair the damaged infrastructure.
Route 120 serves as a major connection through the Grayslake area and is frequently used by commuters traveling between surrounding Lake County communities. The closure may lead to delays during afternoon travel periods as drivers divert to nearby roads.
Officials have not announced an estimated reopening time. Drivers should expect the closure to remain in place until utility crews fully remove the hazard and confirm the roadway is safe.
Updates about the road status will likely be shared through local police channels as the situation develops.
For students, commuters, and local workers who regularly use Route 120, planning alternate routes may help avoid traffic delays while crews continue repairs.
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