McHenry County, Illinois — Route 14 is currently impassable near Harvard as multiple vehicles remain stuck in snow-covered lanes.
According to the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office, Route 14 between the city limits of Harvard and the Wisconsin state line has become blocked due to hazardous winter road conditions.
Authorities reported multiple semi trucks and other vehicles stuck directly in the roadway, preventing traffic from passing through the area. Officials said the route will remain closed until crews can remove the vehicles and clear the roadway.
Drivers are being asked to avoid the Route 14 corridor entirely while emergency crews and towing operators work to restore access.
Officials also warned that strong winds are continuing to push snow across roadways, keeping surfaces covered even as snowfall begins to taper off.
The sheriff’s office said these conditions could persist through the morning and into the afternoon, meaning roads may remain slick or snow-covered even after precipitation ends.
Motorists traveling through northern McHenry County and toward the Wisconsin state line may experience delays or detours while crews work to clear stranded vehicles and reopen the roadway.
Authorities said another alert will be issued once Route 14 is fully reopened.
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