Early Thursday morning, a collision involving multiple vehicles shut down all eastbound lanes of I-80 in Will County due to a car striking a deer. The accident, reported just before 5:40 a.m. near Wolf Road, began when a single vehicle collided with a deer on the highway. According to NBC Chicago, the initial impact caused a chain reaction, with four additional passenger vehicles becoming involved in the aftermath.
The driver of the car that hit a deer sustained injuries and was transported to a local hospital. While the full extent of other potential injuries has not been disclosed, the crash had a significant impact on the morning commute across several south suburbs, including Orland Park, New Lenox, and Mokena. As reported by CBS News Chicago, the eastbound lanes remained closed as crews were dispatched to clear the scene, causing substantial traffic delays.
Illinois State Police responded promptly to the scene and are currently handling the investigation and road closure. Traffic reporter Kye Martin, in a statement obtained by NBC Chicago, elaborated that the closure was causing a buildup of traffic across the affected areas. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes until the roadway is reopened.
