Traffic Update: Kansas City Faces Multiple Road Incidents
Hello Kansas City! If you’re planning to hit the roads today, you might want to keep an eye on the traffic updates. There have been several incidents causing delays in various areas of the city. Let’s break down what’s happening on the highways and roads around town.
Broken Down Vehicles Create Hassles
To kick things off, let’s talk about broken down vehicles, which have been quite the nuisance today. If you’re heading north on I-29/I-35, expect some slowdowns due to a vehicle having issues from 16th Avenue/Exit 5 to MO-210/Armour Road/Exit 6. This incident, reported late last night at 10:44 p.m., is impacting traffic over a stretch of about 620 feet.
Another spot to avoid is northbound I-35, specifically between Southwest Trafficway/Exit 1A and 27th Street/Exit 1B. A broken down vehicle there was reported around 5:39 p.m. and should have you waiting for about 200 feet of congestion.
Similarly, Pflumm Road in Lenexa has a broken down vehicle affecting traffic from exit 83 to I-35 North. This incident was logged earlier in the afternoon at 4:28 p.m., impacting around 710 feet.
Crashes and More Crashes
As if broken down cars weren’t enough, the city has also seen its fair share of crashes today. A traffic warning has been issued for a crash on West 67th Street from exit 228A to I-35 South, affecting about 310 feet. This crash was reported around 9:01 p.m. with updates dropping in as late as 10:37 p.m..
There’s also a crash on I-70 between Blue Ridge Cut Off/Exit 9 and Sterling Avenue/Exit 10 causing congestion impacting 240 feet. The incident was first reported at 8:25 p.m., with updates following shortly after.
In Overland Park, there’s yet another crash reported on Mastin Street impacting traffic between Overland Parkway and I-435 East. You can expect about 720 feet of backed-up traffic as this incident was first reported at 5:45 p.m..
Temporary Road Closures to Keep in Mind
Adding to the traffic troubles, Kansas City has some temporary road closures you need to know about. East 67th Street is closed from I-435 South to Bennington Avenue, an incident first reported at 7:59 p.m.. A few updates registered within minutes, but remain alert if you usually travel this route.
On a larger scale, there’s road closure on I-29 affecting traffic from Waukomis Drive/Exit 3 to US-169/Exit 2. First reported at 5:16 p.m., this closure is a potential headache if you rely on that route for your evening commute.
Conclusion
As you navigate Kansas City’s roads today, keep in mind the incidents outlined here. Whether it’s broken down vehicles or crashes, traffic may be slower than usual in various areas. Stay safe, give yourself a little extra time to reach your destination, and consider alternate routes if necessary. Your fellow drivers will thank you!
And as always, if you encounter any issues on the roads, don’t hesitate to report them or share your thoughts. Safe travels out there!
