Illinois State Police say that Interstate 39 crash between Normal and Minonk were closed for approximately 12 hours Thursday night after multiple crashes – creating involving more than 100 vehicles were reported on snow covered roadways.
According to authorities, the southbound lanes will remain closed throughout the night as crews clean up debris and plow snow from the roadway.
“We are diligently working to ensure motorists are safely escorted from the area to warming centers,” ISP said in a statement.
The crash occurred in Woodford County in the community of El Paso. Officials say that all southbound lanes of Interstate 39 were shut down, with traffic diverted off at exit 14.
The motor vehicle collisions on Interstate 39 are another opportunity to remember Mass Casualty Incidents can happen anywhere at any time. Local fire and EMS agencies must train for these before they happen in your jurisdiction.
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