La Grange, IL – Traffic Alert: Rail Crossing Closed for Emergency BNSF Repairs Until 3PM

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A railroad crossing with the gate closed as a freight train passes eastbound from Los Angeles through the Southern California desert at Kelso Junction located in the Mojave Desert in eastern San Bernardino County, California.
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La Grange, IL – Drivers in La Grange are facing a temporary road closure today as BNSF Railway crews perform emergency repairs at the rail line near the intersection of La Grange Road and Burlington Avenue. The closure affects both motorists and pedestrians using the crossing.

According to the La Grange Police Department, the rail crossing will remain closed until 3 p.m. Tuesday while crews conduct critical track maintenance. Traffic is being rerouted, and officials are urging commuters to plan ahead and use alternate streets to avoid delays.

The emergency work comes after a reported issue on the BNSF rail line that required immediate attention to ensure safety and continued rail service. Local authorities are monitoring the situation and coordinating with railway officials to minimize traffic disruption.

Residents traveling through downtown La Grange or heading toward nearby intersections should expect increased congestion during the closure period. Updates on the repair’s progress and road reopening will be posted on the Village of La Grange’s Civic Alerts page.

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