The Edens Expressway is closed in both directions between Old Orchard Road and Dempster Street after a multi-vehicle crash and hazmat spill, according to Total Traffic.
Traffic is backed up solidly to the Tower Road exit, with delays of up to two hours reported as lanes are closed in between Old Orchard Road and Dempster Street in both directions as a cleanup is underway.
According to Total Traffic Chicago, the crash involved a hazmat spill and at least two other vehicles, with injuries at the scene reported.
There was no further information available.
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