Kankakee County, IL – Drivers traveling through Kankakee County are being urged to avoid Interstate 57 today after multiple accidents were reported within a short stretch of the highway, causing potential delays and safety concerns.
According to the Kankakee County Sheriff’s Office, several crashes were reported on Interstate 57 near the 302/303 mile marker southbound lanes near Chebanse, as well as near the 312 mile marker northbound lanes close to Court Street in Kankakee. Authorities issued the alert just minutes before publication, warning motorists to steer clear of the area if possible.
Officials say the incidents are affecting both northbound and southbound traffic, increasing the risk of congestion and secondary crashes. Drivers who must travel through the area are advised to allow for additional travel time and proceed with caution.
No injuries or lane closure details were immediately released, and it remains unclear how long the traffic impacts will last. Emergency responders are actively monitoring the situation.
Motorists traveling through Kankakee County, especially those commuting between Chebanse, Kankakee, and the greater Northern Illinois region, are encouraged to use alternate routes until conditions improve.
Traffic conditions can change rapidly, and drivers are reminded to reduce speed, avoid distractions, and follow directions from law enforcement and emergency crews on scene.
Residents who live nearby or recently passed through the area are encouraged to share traffic conditions to help other drivers plan safer routes.
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