Stark County, OH – A section of State Route 43 is closed this morning after downed power lines caused hazardous conditions between State Street and Lovers Lane.
According to the Ohio Department of Transportation – Akron/Canton District 4, crews are on scene working to clear the roadway and restore service. The Stark County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the closure, advising motorists to avoid the area until further notice.
The closure affects traffic near Saint Jacob Lutheran Cemetery, just north of North Canton and south of Hartville. As of early morning, there’s no estimated time for reopening.
Commuters are encouraged to plan alternate routes to avoid significant delays, particularly those traveling toward Hartville or Mount Pleasant. ODOT officials say updates will be issued as repairs progress.
Motorists can check the OHGO app or ODOT’s official social media pages for real-time traffic and detour information.
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