Traffic Update: Kansas City Roads Face Multiple Incidents Including Breakdowns and Crashes

Traffic Update: Kansas City Roads Facing Multiple Incidents

Good day, Kansas City! If you’re hitting the roads today, it might be wise to pause for a moment and check out the traffic updates we’ve gathered for you. It looks like there are quite a few incidents reported on major highways in and around our lovely city, and we’d like to keep you in the loop!

Broken Down Vehicles Galore

First up, let’s talk about the broken down vehicles that are causing a bit of a hiccup on our highways:

• Northbound I-35 in Overland Park: A broken-down vehicle has created a 660-foot delay from Antioch Road/Exit 230 to I-635/Exit 231. This incident was reported around 7:45 p.m. last evening, with an update coming in at 8:55 p.m..
• Eastbound I-35 in Lenexa: A similar situation is occurring between 119th Street/Exit 220 and I-435/Exit 222, stretching 630 feet. The report was initially issued at 3:11 p.m. with the latest update at 6:25 p.m..
• Westbound I-35 in Merriam: Here you’ll find a broken vehicle between 67th Street/Exit 228 and 75th Street/Exit 227 affecting 590 feet of roadway. Check back for updates from the report released at 2:48 p.m..
• Northbound I-35 in Kansas City: Between Southwest Boulevard/Pennway Street/Exit 1C (NB) and 20th Street/Exit 1D (SB), another vehicle is causing issues for 630 feet. This incident was reported around 3:51 p.m..
• Eastbound I-70 in Kansas City: There’s also a broken down vehicle affecting 350 feet from 27th Street/Exit 5 to Jackson Avenue/Exit 5, reported around 11:04 p.m..

Crash Alerts

Moreover, we have a few crashing incidents to keep an eye on:

• Eastbound I-70: Near 27th Street and Jackson Avenue, there was a crash reported at 10:50 p.m., affecting a section of the road by 60 feet.
• Southbound I-435 in Kansas City: We also have reports of another crash between MO-210/Exit 55 and Front Street/Exit 57 that popped up around 5 p.m.. The affected area extends for 650 feet.

Lane Closures

Additionally, there are some lane closures that might affect your travel plans:

• One lane is closed on I-435: This closure is between Shawnee Mission Parkway/Exit 6 and 87th Street/Exit 3. Expect delays here since this was initially reported this morning at 7 a.m.
• North Manchester Avenue: This road is currently closed at North Manchester Avenue and I-435 North. It might be best to find an alternate route if you’re in the area.

Keep Informed!

That’s the latest scoop on traffic around Kansas City! With all these incidents, make sure to give yourself extra time if you’re planning on traveling today. It’s always smart to stay updated; the last thing you want is a rough surprise on your ride. If you spot any other issues or have tips on navigating this craziness, please feel free to share your experiences!

Stay safe out there, Kansas City, and happy travels!