Mesa, AZ – Drivers in the East Valley faced major delays early this morning after a crash forced the closure of Loop 202 Red Mountain eastbound in Mesa, impacting the Wednesday morning commute.
According to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), the eastbound lanes of Loop 202 were fully closed around 6:18 a.m. following a crash that occurred after McDowell Road. Officials did not immediately release details on injuries or the number of vehicles involved.
The closure affected traffic moving through Mesa in Maricopa County, a key corridor connecting drivers to Tempe, Scottsdale, and the greater Phoenix metro area. Motorists were advised to expect significant backups and to seek alternate routes while crews responded to the scene.
ADOT urged drivers to use the AZ511 app for real-time traffic updates, lane closure information, and detour guidance as the situation evolves. No estimated time for reopening was provided as of the latest update.
Traffic incidents along Loop 202 frequently cause ripple effects across nearby surface streets, including McDowell Road and adjacent east-west routes, particularly during peak morning hours.
Drivers traveling through Mesa this morning were encouraged to allow extra travel time, remain alert for emergency responders, and follow posted detour signage.
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