Hazmat Response To Edens Expressway Crash Halts Traffic: ISP

SKOKIE, IL — A minor injury crash involving three vehicles led to the closure of all northbound lanes on the Edens Expressway near Old Orchard Road, authorities said.

State troopers were dispatched to the crash shortly before 3:15 p.m. for a report of chain reaction crash triggered by a commercial vehicle rear-ending another motorist.

The impact led to a diesel spill from the commercial vehicle and that prompted a hazardous materials team to be called for clean-up, police said.

The two other drivers involved were transported to local hospitals with minor injuries, according to an Illinois State Police spokesperson..

Northbound traffic remained closed as crews work to clear the scene, with reports of delays of up to two hours.

No further information was immediately available.