Union County, OH – A crash has forced the closure of State Route 4 near the intersection of State Route 161 Thursday afternoon, prompting detours and delays for area drivers.
According to the Union County Sheriff’s Office, both State Route 4 at State Route 161 and a section just south of the intersection are currently closed due to the crash. Officials are urging motorists to avoid the area and use alternate routes until further notice.
The closure is impacting traffic south of Marysville, where Route 4 serves as a key connector for commuters traveling between Union and Delaware counties. As of this report, no estimated reopening time has been provided.
Authorities have not yet released details on the number of vehicles involved or whether any injuries occurred. Emergency crews remain on the scene working to clear the roadway.
Drivers traveling through central Ohio are advised to check live traffic updates before heading out and allow extra travel time.
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