Portage, IN – Drivers in Portage are being urged to avoid a stretch of Willowcreek Road today after heavy flooding left multiple vehicles stranded and prompted an active police response.
According to the Portage Police Department, officers are currently on scene assisting motorists affected by significant flooding on Willowcreek Road between U.S. Route 6 and 700 North. Authorities say the roadway became impassable as water levels rose, trapping several vehicles in the flooded area.
Police issued the traffic alert earlier today, warning drivers to stay clear of the area until floodwaters recede and conditions are deemed safe. No injuries have been reported so far, but officials emphasized that attempting to drive through standing water can be extremely dangerous.
The flooded roadway is located in Porter County, within Northwest Indiana, an area that has seen repeated drainage issues during periods of heavy rainfall. The affected stretch of Willowcreek Road is frequently used by local commuters and drivers traveling between Portage and nearby communities, including Chesterton and Valparaiso, as well as those heading toward the greater Chicago metropolitan area.
Motorists are encouraged to seek alternate routes and allow extra travel time if commuting through Portage today. Police also reminded drivers to remember the safety message: “Turn around, don’t drown.” Even shallow-looking water can hide road damage or cause vehicles to stall.
It is unclear how long the flooding will persist. Officials say the road will remain under observation, and updates will be provided once water levels subside and the area is safe for travel.
Drivers encountering flooded roads elsewhere are asked to report hazardous conditions to local authorities.
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