Elm Creek, NE – A crash near Elm Creek has shut down Interstate 80 in both directions, affecting a major stretch of travel between Lexington and Kearney on Wednesday.
According to the Nebraska State Patrol, the closure is in effect between mile markers 237 and 272 while troopers and deputies manage the scene. The incident occurred shortly before 9 a.m., and emergency crews are actively responding.
Drivers in the area are urged to follow posted detours and comply with instructions from law enforcement officials on-site. The Nebraska State Patrol has not yet released information about injuries or the number of vehicles involved in the crash.
The closure is expected to cause significant delays along one of Nebraska’s busiest east-west corridors, particularly for freight and long-distance travel. Officials have not given an estimate for when the roadway will reopen.
Motorists planning to travel through central Nebraska are advised to seek alternate routes and monitor state traffic updates for the latest information. Additional updates will be provided as details become available.
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