Lake County, IN – Drivers across Northwest Indiana are facing significant delays today after a dump truck overturned along eastbound Interstate 94 near Gary, disrupting traffic near a major interchange.
According to the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), the right lane of I-94 eastbound is փակ at Mile Marker 13, just east of the I-65 and Central Avenue interchange. Officials say the crash involves an overturned dump truck, and cleanup efforts are expected to be extensive, potentially leading to additional lane closures throughout the day.
The incident is impacting commuters traveling through Lake County, particularly those moving between Gary, Hammond, and the greater Chicago metro area. Authorities warn that delays are expected in both eastbound and westbound lanes due to congestion and emergency response activity on scene.
Traffic cameras and images from the scene show police presence and traffic being diverted around the crash site, with cones blocking off affected lanes. The overturned truck appears to have spilled debris, contributing to the prolonged cleanup timeline.
Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes if possible, especially during peak travel hours. Those heading toward Ripley Street or continuing eastbound toward Portage may experience the heaviest backups.
No injuries have been confirmed at this time, and officials have not released further details about the cause of the crash. Updates are expected as cleanup progresses and lanes begin to reopen.
Drivers are encouraged to monitor INDOT traffic alerts and allow extra travel time when passing through the area.
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