Your Daily Kansas City Traffic Rundown!
If you’re cruising through Kansas City today, hold onto your steering wheel! We’ve got the latest scoop on traffic incidents and conditions that could affect your drive. Whether you’re commuting to work, heading out for the weekend, or just want to avoid the headache, we’ve got the details you need to know!
Broken Down Vehicles on the Move!
First up, we’ve got some roads impacted by broken down vehicles that are causing a bit of congestion. Buckle up, here are the details:
- Southbound I-29/I-35 in North Kansas City: There’s a broken-down vehicle from 16th Avenue to Bedford Road, affecting about 520 feet of traffic. This alert popped up at 12:12 a.m. today.
- Southbound I-435 in Pleasant Valley: Another vehicle is causing a slowdown between Shoal Creek Drive and I-35. This spot is 190 feet long and the alert came out at 6:32 p.m. last night.
- Northbound I-29/I-35 in North Kansas City: And yet again another breakdown from 16th Avenue to MO-210, impacting 300 feet. The trouble started at 8:41 p.m. yesterday.
- Northbound I-35 near Mission: A broken vehicle is causing delays between I-635 and 24th Street, obstructing 480 feet of road. This was reported at 5:50 p.m. yesterday.
- Eastbound I-70: Here, we’ve spotted multiple broken-down vehicles from various exits, with impacts ranging from 350 to 530 feet. Most alerts were reported yesterday between 2:28 p.m. and 8:32 p.m. Buckle up if you’re in this area!
Oops, There’s Been a Crash!
Now for the not-so-great news, folks! A couple crashes have been reported that you should be aware of:
- Northbound I-35 in Overland Park: A crash was reported affecting about 450 feet, right between Antioch Road and I-635. The alert came in at 7:15 p.m. last night. Be cautious!
- Eastbound I-670: There was a crash from Wyoming Street to I-35 impacting 270 feet. This incident was reported at 11:27 a.m.
- Northbound I-40/US-71 in Belton: Another crash popped up between CR-Y and 155th Street, affecting 0.77 miles. This incident was first noted at 6:32 p.m. yesterday.
- Southbound I-435: Between Front Street and US-24, another crash has been recorded that affects 0.73 miles. Stay vigilant if you’re in this area!
Heads-Up: Road Closures!
For those navigating the streets, keep an eye out for some road closures:
- I-435 is temporarily closed from Holmes Road to 103rd Street. Expect some delays here! This alert was released at 3:19 p.m. today.
- US-69 has a couple of lanes closed between 119th Street and 151st Street impacting almost 3 miles. Be prepared for slowdowns!
The Bottom Line
Remember, you never know what you might encounter on the road. While some incidents have been quickly resolved, others remain active and could affect commute times. Always double-check before heading out. It’s a beautiful day in Kansas City, so let’s make the most of our time and stay safe!
As always, feel free to share your experiences or report any issues on your routes. Safe travels, Kansas City, and stay tuned for more updates coming your way!
