Kansas City Traffic Updates: Multiple Crashes and Disabled Vehicles Reported

Kansas City Traffic Updates: Multiple Crashes and Disabled Vehicles Reported

Kansas City, MO – Traffic conditions in the Kansas City area were significantly affected over the weekend, with numerous reports of accidents and broken down vehicles. The incidents spanned various highways, impacting traffic flow and resulting in delays for drivers.

A broken down vehicle was reported on northbound I-35 between Gardner Road/Exit 207 and US-56/175th Street/Exit 210. This incident, which was reported at 12:41 a.m. on Sunday, affects a stretch of approximately 600 feet. It was last updated shortly afterwards at 1:20 a.m.

On Saturday night, multiple crashes on northbound I-35 caused additional traffic backups. Two separate incidents occurred between Antioch Road/Exit 230 and I-635/Exit 231, with the first crash reported at 11:07 p.m. affecting 500 feet. An update followed shortly at 11:52 p.m. Meanwhile, another crash in the same region was initially reported at the same time, with updates reflecting the quickly changing situation.

Another broken down vehicle impacted traffic on northbound I-35 between I-635/Exit 231 and 24th Street/Exit 232, affecting around 230 feet. This was logged at 10:02 p.m. on Saturday and updated at 10:08 p.m.

In addition to incidents on I-35, a broken down vehicle on eastbound I-70 between Blue Ridge Cut Off/Exit 9 and Sterling Avenue/Exit 10 was noted, impacting 460 feet. This report was made at 1:17 a.m. on Sunday and last updated a few minutes later.

Crashes also took place on eastbound I-70 Saturday, affecting traffic between Manchester Trafficway/Exit 7 and I-435/Exit 8. This incident reported at 12:21 a.m. covered 170 feet and saw a final update at 1:09 a.m. Additionally, another crash was reported on eastbound I-70 between The Paseo/Exit 3 and Brooklyn Avenue/Exit 3 at 9:26 p.m., with updates shortly thereafter.

Several broken down vehicles created further congestion throughout the area. For example, a vehicle broke down on southbound I-435 between I-70/Exit 63 and Stadium Drive, impacting 210 feet—first reported at 6:22 p.m. on Saturday and last updated at 7:41 p.m.

The roadway on westbound I-670 in Kansas City was closed between I-70 (East)/US-40/US-71/Exit 2M-2North and Genesee Street/Wyoming St/Exit 1B. The closure was noted at 8:51 p.m. on Friday and updated the following afternoon, affecting 1.86 miles.

This weekend’s traffic woes included various other incidents, like multiple reports of broken down vehicles on eastbound I-35 in Overland Park affecting several segments of approximately 640 feet, 0.48 miles, and 490 feet between US-69/Exit 225 and 75th Street/Exit 227. A broken down vehicle was also noted on northbound I-29/I-35 from US-24 to East Front Street, affecting 620 feet.

As drivers navigate the Kansas City area, it is crucial to remain alert and drive safely. With ongoing reports of traffic incidents, including accidents and vehicles in distress, caution is recommended.