Crash Snags Division Street, Separate Car Fire Erupts on Kennedy Expressway

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A crash disrupted traffic on Division Street near the Kennedy Expressway in Chicago early Thursday morning, while a separate vehicle fire caused additional delays on the inbound expressway. The crash occurred before dawn near the viaduct carrying Interstate 90/94 over Division Street, where part of the roadway was blocked just east of the structure. Initial reports indicated that extrication might be necessary, but details about possible injuries were not immediately available. A tow truck was later seen removing a damaged white SUV from the scene. The crash was cleared shortly before 6:30 a.m., easing traffic congestion in the area.

Separately, a car caught fire in the inbound local lanes of the Kennedy Expressway near Division Street. Flames spread beneath the vehicle as thick smoke rose into the air, prompting the closure of two right lanes. Firefighters quickly brought the blaze under control, although information about possible injuries was not immediately available. Traffic continued moving slowly while crews worked to clear the scene.

Source: CBS News

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