Putnam County, IN – Drivers traveling through west central Indiana are facing major disruptions today after a semi fire forced the full closure of Interstate 70 westbound in Putnam County, just west of the Indianapolis metro area.
According to the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), all westbound lanes of I-70 are փակ between County Road 325 West and County Road 525 West, near the 35-mile marker. The closure comes as emergency crews respond to a semi-truck fire in the area.
The shutdown is impacting a key stretch of highway connecting Indianapolis to Terre Haute, with traffic expected to back up significantly during peak travel hours. Officials are urging motorists to avoid the area entirely and seek alternate routes until the roadway is cleared.
At this time, there is no official estimate for when lanes will reopen. Cleanup and investigation efforts may take several hours depending on the severity of the fire and any roadway damage.
Drivers already in the area should expect delays and possible detours directed by local authorities. Travelers heading west out of Indianapolis are advised to monitor live traffic updates and consider delaying travel if possible.
This remains a developing situation, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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