Wonder Lake, IL – Drivers in Wonder Lake are being urged to find alternate routes this morning after a serious crash shut down a major local roadway.
According to the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office, Barnard Mill Road is closed between Howe Road and Summit Drive due to an ongoing accident investigation. The closure, announced Thursday morning, is affecting traffic through the Wonder Lake area, prompting law enforcement to ask residents to avoid the area until further notice.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the number of vehicles involved or whether any injuries were reported. Deputies remain on scene conducting an investigation, and no estimated reopening time has been provided.
Drivers traveling near Wonder Lake should plan extra travel time and consider alternate routes such as East Wonder Lake Road or Greenwood Road.
Updates will be posted as new information becomes available from the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office.
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