Oswego, IL – A section of Douglas Road in Oswego will be closed today as the community comes together to honor a fallen firefighter.
According to the Oswego Police Department, Douglas Road between Route 34 and Wolf Road will be temporarily closed from 3:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Friday to accommodate funeral services for Firefighter/Paramedic Roberto Flores of the Oswego Fire Protection District. Flores reportedly passed away from occupational cancer earlier this week.
Funeral-related traffic will be permitted throughout the closure. Businesses located in Gerry Centennial Plaza and Oswego Commons will remain open and accessible during the event, though traffic patterns may be adjusted. Police are advising motorists to use Route 34 entrances and exits to avoid delays.
Oswego Police Department officers will be on site to assist with traffic flow and ensure public safety throughout the duration of the closure. Drivers in the area are encouraged to plan ahead and allow extra time for travel.
Community members are thanked for their patience and support as Oswego pays tribute to Firefighter Roberto Flores’ years of dedicated service.
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