Kansas City Traffic Update: A Bumpy Ride Ahead
If you’re planning to hit the road around Kansas City today, you might want to brace yourself for some unexpected bumps along the way. It seems like quite a few vehicles have decided to take an unscheduled break along various highways, leaving drivers in a bit of a pickle. Let’s take a closer look at what’s happening out there.
Broken Down Vehicles: A Common Sight
First off, just to set the stage, we have multiple reports of broken down vehicles on different highways, which can really put a wrench in your travel plans.
- On northbound I-35 in Overland Park, there’s a broken down vehicle from Antioch Road (Exit 230) to I-635 (Exit 231) affecting about 350 feet of traffic flow. This incident was reported late last night and the latest update came in the early hours of Wednesday.
- In Merriam, you’ll encounter another broken down car on eastbound I-35 stretching from 75th Street (Exit 227) to 67th Street (Exit 228). This stretch is about 510 feet long, and it was just cleared last night.
- Over in Kansas City, there’s congestion on northbound I-35 near I-29/US-71 (Exit 8) affecting close to 290 feet. This also seemed to pop up in the evening yesterday.
- If you’re traveling along eastbound I-70, there are reports of a broken down vehicle between 57th Street (Exit 417) and I-635 (Exit 418) that’s impacting around 660 feet of roadway.
Accidents and Lane Closures
But it’s not just the broken down cars that are causing trouble. We also have some accidents and lane closures to discuss:
- There’s a crash reported on northbound I-35 between Johnson Drive (Exit 229) and Antioch Road (Exit 230) impacting a 390 feet section of this busy route. The incident occurred in the late afternoon and was updated just shortly after.
- More accidents are noted on southbound I-435 from Bannister Road (Exit 70) to US-71 (Exit 71) affecting up to 640 feet of traffic. It seems late evening commuters had a bit of a headache here.
Temporary Road Closures
Additionally, some roads are experiencing closures which could cause delays:
- I-435 is noted to be closed between 87th Street (Exit 3) and Midland Drive (Exit 5), with the report surfacing in the early morning hours.
- And if you’re headed to Grand Boulevard, be aware that it’s closed between East Truman Road and I-670 East, as of late last night.
Advice for Commuters
With all these incidents, it’s wise to *plan your route ahead* and keep an eye on traffic updates. Whether you’re heading to work or dropping by your favorite spot, it might take a little longer than usual. Maybe consider taking an alternate route or leave a bit earlier to avoid the delays.
Stay safe out there, and remember, every minute spent stuck in traffic can mean some extra time to catch up on podcasts or your favorite tunes!
If you come across any issues or have suggestions for road improvements, don’t hesitate to give your feedback. Happy travels, Kansas City!
