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Franklin County Office of Emergency Management & Communications
Saturday January 10th, 2026 :: 07:10 p.m. CST

Alert

Traffic Alert: I-57 SB MM 77 - Now Open!

Interstate 57 southbound at the 77 mile marker near the Sesser Exit is now open to traffic. Franklin County OEMC thanks motorists for their patience and cooperation.
 

ORIGINAL INFORMATION
Traffic Alert
Location: I-57 SB MM 75
Nearest Exits: Sesser
Report of a traffic crash. Emergency services responding.

Instructions:

Avoid the area, take alternate routes.

Address/Location
Franklin County Office of Emergency Management & Communications
401 E Park St
Benton, IL 62812

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 618-439-4362

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Alert Details

Severity:
Minor - Minimal to no known threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Observed - Determined to have occurred or to be ongoing
Category:
Public and private transportation
Event:
Vehicle Accident

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