Traffic Updates for Kansas City: What You Need to Know
Hey Kansas City drivers! We know how important it is to stay informed about what’s happening on the roads, especially if you’re planning on hitting the highways anytime soon. Whether you’re heading out for a weekend adventure or just trying to make it to work on time, we’ve got the latest traffic updates that you need to know. Let’s dive right in!
Crashes and Incidents to Watch For
Firstly, let’s talk about some accidents on I-35. There was a crash reported on eastbound I-35 between Old K-56/Exit 217 and East Santa Fe Street/Exit 218. This impacted about 580 feet of roadway, and the alert was issued on Saturday at 5:57 p.m.. The latest update regarding this unfortunate incident came in around 6:52 p.m.. Remember to drive safe and keep an eye on the road conditions!
Broken Vehicles Slowing You Down
Now, if broken-down vehicles are more your concern, we have a few updates for you. On northbound I-35, a vehicle broke down between I-670/Broadway Boulevard/Exit 2 and 12th Street/Exit 2, affecting a stretch of 630 feet. This was reported on Saturday at 4:07 p.m., with updates at 4:22 p.m..
Also, on northbound I-435, there’s another broken vehicle between Donahoo Road/Exit 16 and K-5/Exit 18 impacting 510 feet of traffic. This incident was reported early Sunday at 12:02 a.m., with the latest update provided at 12:47 a.m..
Multiple Incidents on I-435
It seems like I-435 has been quite busy lately! There were several reports of broken-down vehicles on both sides of the highway, all causing some minor delays:
- Southbound I-435 from Gregory Boulevard/Exit 67 to 87th Street/Exit 69, impacting 630 feet. Reported at 9:02 p.m. on Saturday with an update at 9:40 p.m..
- Another one on southbound I-435 between 87th Street/Exit 69 and Bannister Road/Exit 70 affecting 430 feet. Updated at 1:35 p.m. on Saturday.
- As well as one more on southbound I-435 from Bannister Road/Exit 70 to US-71/Exit 71, which impacted 500 feet. Reported at 1:01 p.m..
Traffic Alerts: Stay Tuned
Beyond vehicle breakdowns, we also had a crash reported on southbound I-435 between Raytown Road/Exit 63 and Eastwood Trafficway/Exit 65. This incident is affecting a whopping 0.76 miles of traffic as of 4:48 p.m. on Saturday.
If you find yourself driving through the area, another crash was reported on I-670 between Broadway Boulevard/Central Street/Exit 2R-2South to Locust Street/Truman Road/Exit 2Q (WB), impacting a short stretch of 190 feet.
Road Closures to Note
And let’s not forget about road closures! Currently, there’s a closure at West 12th Street and I-670 West, affecting 480 feet. This has been ongoing since Monday at 2:49 p.m..
Wrapping It Up
So there you have it, Kansas City! Stay alert, drive safe, and keep your ears perked for any further updates as they come in. We hope these updates help you navigate the roads with a little more peace of mind. If you see anything on your travels, make sure to report it so we can keep everyone informed!
Until next time, happy driving!
