Palos Park, IL – Drivers in Palos Park are being urged to avoid the intersection of 131st Street and Route 45 this morning after a traffic signal malfunction caused significant slowdowns. Police officers are on scene directing traffic to maintain safety and flow through the busy intersection.
According to the Palos Park Police Department, the outage began early Monday and is expected to cause intermittent delays until repairs are completed. The malfunction has disrupted a key north-south route for local commuters and delivery traffic.
Motorists are encouraged to take alternate routes, including 143rd Street, Route 83, Harlem Avenue, and 104th Avenue, to avoid congestion. Officials have not yet released an estimated repair time for the traffic lights.
Travelers should use caution, remain patient, and follow police direction while the issue is addressed.
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