Waynetown, IN – Drivers on I-74 eastbound near Waynetown should expect delays today as recovery crews close the right lane. The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announced the closure at the 23-mile marker to recover a tractor-trailer. The lane will be shut down starting at 11 a.m. and will reopen as soon as work concludes.
According to INDOT, the recovery process is expected to last several hours. Drivers are encouraged to use caution and plan alternate routes if possible. Traffic backups are likely, especially during peak hours. Crews will work quickly to ensure the highway is reopened safely.
This section of I-74 is a vital route for commuters and freight transportation. INDOT advises checking their traffic app or social media updates for real-time information.
Local drivers voiced concerns over increased travel times, but INDOT stressed the necessity of the closure to ensure public safety and clear the roadway efficiently.
Stay tuned for updates on the reopening of the lane.
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