Morris, IL – A significant traffic crash has forced the closure of I-80 near the 109-mile marker, according to the Illinois State Police. The interstate will remain closed while authorities investigate the incident. Traffic is being diverted onto Route 6, creating substantial delays in the Morris area.
According to the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office, the closure is expected to cause heavy congestion on both Route 6 and Route 47 as motorists seek alternate routes. Commuters traveling through this area are advised to plan for delays and consider avoiding the area if possible.
Emergency crews are on the scene, and there is no current estimate for when I-80 will be reopened. The cause of the crash and details about any potential injuries have not yet been released.
