Crash shuts down all lanes of I-80 in Joliet; delays expected

A crash on I-80 in Joliet shut down all westbound lanes, creating immediate delays for motorists. Illinois State Police reported the incident in the westbound lanes near Briggs Avenue at 1:43 p.m. Monday, with a full closure and traffic diverted onto IL-30/Maple Avenue. ISP urged drivers to expect delays as investigators began collecting evidence and mapping the scene. Traffic Net later noted that as of 2:30 p.m., lanes remained closed with backups extending toward Francis Road.

Officials described significant congestion on surrounding routes as commuters sought alternatives, while emergency crews worked to document the crash and move vehicles. The westbound detour onto IL-30/Maple Avenue created a bottleneck for Joliet's western corridors, with authorities coordinating to manage the incident scene and clear debris as they assess the cause of the crash. Investigators continued to monitor the situation and provide updates.

Motorists were advised to plan for delays and seek alternate routes until authorities clear the scene.