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Franklin County Office of Emergency Management & Communications
Wednesday September 2nd, 2026 :: 08:41 a.m. CDT

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Benton Road Advisory

All cars need to be removed from Crisp St to Washington St., Commercial to Grand St. for roadwork.  This includes Buchanan and Madison Streets.  

Instructions:

Avoid the area.

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:
Immediate - Responsive action SHOULD be taken immediately
Certainty:
Observed - Determined to have occurred or to be ongoing
Category:
Public and private transportation
Event:
Road Closure

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