Serious Crash Shuts Down I-70 Eastbound Near Plainfield

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Plainfield, IN - A serious accident on Interstate 70 eastbound between the Plainfield rest stop and State Road 267 has forced a complete closure of the roadway. The crash, which occurred late Monday morning, was caused by icy pavement as freezing temperatures and early winter weather created hazardous driving conditions across Hendricks County.

Emergency crews from multiple agencies responded quickly to the scene, working to assist those involved and manage traffic in the area. The severity of the crash required all eastbound lanes to be shut down, with traffic backing up for miles. Westbound lanes remain open but are experiencing slowdowns due to onlooker delays.

Authorities are urging drivers to avoid the area entirely and to exercise extreme caution on all roadways today. Ice has been reported on several stretches of interstate around Indianapolis, contributing to multiple crashes across the region. Commuters should expect extended travel times and consider alternate routes such as US 40 or local county roads until conditions improve.

This incident highlights the sudden impact of winter weather on central Indiana highways. Even a thin layer of ice can make high-speed travel treacherous, and officials are reminding drivers to reduce speed, increase following distance, and remain alert to changing conditions.





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