Monrovia, IN – Westbound lanes of Interstate 70 in Morgan County remain closed Tuesday following a vehicle fire that has severely impacted travel.
According to the Indiana Department of Transportation: West Central, the closure spans between Wellman Road and Little Point Road near the 53-mile marker. Officials posted the alert shortly after noon on May 13, urging drivers to avoid the area due to significant backups and emergency response efforts.
Traffic cameras showed a long line of halted commercial trucks and passenger vehicles, indicating heavy congestion extending for miles. No estimated time of reopening has been provided as crews work to clear the scene and assess roadway conditions for damage.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes via U.S. 40 or State Road 42 to bypass the shutdown. INDOT has not confirmed the cause of the fire or reported any injuries as of early afternoon.
This section of I-70 is a key freight corridor connecting Indianapolis to points west. Disruptions like this can create ripple effects across central Indiana’s transportation network. Drivers are encouraged to monitor INDOT’s social media channels and 511 traffic service for real-time updates.
Authorities urge caution and patience as emergency crews continue operations.
